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#3745 of 4,742 schools in NY

Eugene Brooks Intermediate School

Middle School · NORTHEAST CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

PO BOX N, Amenia, NY 12501

Enrollment

232

Student-Teacher

8.9:1

Score

4.8

Grades

4th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,745 of 4,742

In Amenia

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

NORTHEAST CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Eugene Brooks Intermediate School

4.8/10

Middle School in Amenia · grades 4th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Eugene Brooks Intermediate School

Eugene Brooks Intermediate School is a public middle school in Amenia, NY, part of NORTHEAST CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Eugene Brooks Intermediate School serves approximately 232 students, and covers grades 4th-8th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Eugene Brooks Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,745 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Eugene Brooks Intermediate School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts below NY schools
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 8.9:1 students to teachers, Eugene Brooks Intermediate School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Eugene Brooks Intermediate School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

36% of students at Eugene Brooks Intermediate School 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.2Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.05 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.5Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-18 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.9 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)69% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-37.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile17th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$33,422
Chronic Absenteeism35.8%

Eugene Brooks Intermediate School — Students at Eugene Brooks Intermediate School score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 38.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
35.9% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 33.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
54.9% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 36 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
53%
ELA
40%
2012
Math
24%
ELA
19%
2013
Math
31%
ELA
19%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
26%
ELA
37.2%
2022
Math
24.9%
ELA
37.8%

* 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: 4.2/10.

How Eugene Brooks Intermediate School Compares

See how Eugene Brooks Intermediate School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.8/10
21th percentile in NY
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
35.8%

Location

PO BOX N, Amenia, NY 12501

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Eugene Brooks Intermediate School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Kent Center School (rated 9.1/10, 11.5 miles away, in nearby Kent), which scores notably higher. Another option is WEBUTUCK HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Salisbury Central School (rated 8.5/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Lakeville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Amenia, see our Amenia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.6 mi
School Distance Rating
WEBUTUCK HIGH SCHOOL Amenia 0.0 mi 8.7
WEBUTUCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Amenia 0.1 mi 3.9
MAPLEBROOK SCHOOL Amenia 1.5 mi
Sharon Center School Sharon 3.3 mi 6.8
INDIAN MOUNTAIN SCHOOL Lakeville 4.9 mi 6.6
MILLBROOK SCHOOL Millbrook 4.8 mi 7.1
THE HOTCHKISS SCHOOL Lakeville 6.4 mi 7.2
Salisbury Central School Lakeville 7.7 mi 8.5
THE MARVELWOOD SCHOOL Kent 8.3 mi 6.9
SEYMOUR SMITH INTERMEDIATE LEARNING CENTER Pine Plains 8.6 mi 6.1
DOVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dover Plains 10.4 mi 5.1
STISSING MOUNTAIN JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Pine Plains 9.4 mi 5.2
KENT SCHOOL Kent 11.5 mi 6.0
DUTCHESS DAY SCHOOL Millbrook 10.1 mi 7.3
Kent Center School Kent 11.5 mi 9.1
COLD SPRING EARLY LEARNING CENTER Stanfordville 8.9 mi 8.0
CARDINAL HAYES SCHOOL FOR SPECIAL CHILDREN Millbrook 10.3 mi 7.2
Housatonic Valley Regional High School Falls Village 9.6 mi 5.4
SALISBURY SCHOOL Salisbury 10.7 mi 7.3
ALDEN PLACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Millbrook 10.6 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 12501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,716

Median Home Value

$305,600

Median Rent

$1,295/mo

Population

2,374

College Educated

38.1%

Homeownership

57%

Poverty Rate

7.9%

Median Age

44

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ADIRONDACK MIDDLE SCHOOL Boonville, NY 4.7
BUFFALO CREEK ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo, NY 4.7
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Eugene Brooks Intermediate School

What grades does Eugene Brooks Intermediate School serve?

Eugene Brooks Intermediate School serves students in grades 4th through 8th.

How many students attend Eugene Brooks Intermediate School?

Eugene Brooks Intermediate School has an enrollment of approximately 232 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Eugene Brooks Intermediate School?

The student-teacher ratio at Eugene Brooks Intermediate School is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Eugene Brooks Intermediate School rank in NY?

Eugene Brooks Intermediate School ranks #3,745 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Eugene Brooks Intermediate School's MySchoolScout rating?

Eugene Brooks Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Eugene Brooks Intermediate School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Eugene Brooks Intermediate School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Eugene Brooks Intermediate School a charter school?

No, Eugene Brooks Intermediate School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Eugene Brooks Intermediate School a Title I school?

No, Eugene Brooks Intermediate School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 8th
Enrollment
232
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Dutchess County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
35.8%

District

NORTHEAST CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
682
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$33,422
District Rank
#2 of 3

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