Below Average
#3631 of 4,742 schools in NY
East New York Middle School of Excellence
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19
605 SHEPHERD AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11208
Enrollment
232
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
232
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,631 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#445 of 570
public schools
In district
#38 of 52
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19
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East New York Middle School of Excellence
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About East New York Middle School of Excellence
East New York Middle School of Excellence is a public middle school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19. East New York Middle School of Excellence serves approximately 232 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. East New York Middle School of Excellence has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,631 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for East New York Middle School of Excellence show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at East New York Middle School of Excellence sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
35% of students at East New York Middle School of Excellence were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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East New York Middle School of Excellence — Students at East New York Middle School of Excellence score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 31 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.6/10.
How East New York Middle School of Excellence Compares
See how East New York Middle School of Excellence performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
605 SHEPHERD AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11208
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering East New York Middle School of Excellence may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. VISTA ACADEMY (rated 7.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LIBERTY AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, VAN SICLEN COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11208 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,988
Median Home Value
$638,200
Median Rent
$1,563/mo
Population
106,901
College Educated
15.8%
Homeownership
25.9%
Avg Commute
45.2 min
Poverty Rate
20.1%
Median Age
34.3
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRONX ACADEMY FOR MULTI-MEDIA Bronx, NY | 4.9 |
| DRYDEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Dryden, NY | 4.9 |
| EMBLAZE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 4.9 |
| IS 206 ANN MERSEREAU Bronx, NY | 4.9 |
| JHS 143 ELEANOR ROOSEVELT New York, NY | 4.9 |
| JHS 291 ROLAND HAYES Brooklyn, NY | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about East New York Middle School of Excellence
What grades does East New York Middle School of Excellence serve?
East New York Middle School of Excellence serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend East New York Middle School of Excellence?
East New York Middle School of Excellence has an enrollment of approximately 232 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at East New York Middle School of Excellence?
The student-teacher ratio at East New York Middle School of Excellence is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does East New York Middle School of Excellence rank in NY?
East New York Middle School of Excellence ranks #3,631 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is East New York Middle School of Excellence's MySchoolScout rating?
East New York Middle School of Excellence has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at East New York Middle School of Excellence?
Based on loaded state assessment records, East New York Middle School of Excellence has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is East New York Middle School of Excellence a charter school?
No, East New York Middle School of Excellence is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is East New York Middle School of Excellence a Title I school?
No, East New York Middle School of Excellence is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East New York Middle School of Excellence?
96.6% of students at East New York Middle School of Excellence qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 232
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.9%
- Phone
- (718) 257-4061
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19- District Enrollment
- 19,963
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #38 of 52
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