Average
#2287 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 48% in state
Fort Green Preparatory Academy
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13
100 CLERMONT AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11205
Enrollment
201
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
6.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
201
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
6.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,287 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#294 of 570
public schools
In district
#25 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Fort Green Preparatory Academy
Fort Green Preparatory Academy is a public middle school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13. Fort Green Preparatory Academy serves approximately 201 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Fort Green Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,287 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Fort Green Preparatory Academy show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Fort Green Preparatory Academy 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.
At 8.7:1 students to teachers, Fort Green Preparatory Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
47% of students at Fort Green Preparatory Academy 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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Fort Green Preparatory Academy — Students at Fort Green Preparatory Academy score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 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: 9.1/10.
How Fort Green Preparatory Academy Compares
See how Fort Green Preparatory Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
100 CLERMONT AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11205
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fort Green Preparatory Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BROOKLYN INDEPENDENT (rated 6.2/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MS 113 RONALD EDMONDS LEARNING CENTER (rated 3.8/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 46 EDWARD C BLUM Brooklyn | 0.0 mi | 2.6 |
| GREENE HILL SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| BENJAMIN BANNEKER ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 7.8 |
| PS 20 CLINTON HILL Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| TRILOK SCHOOL AND TRILOK FUSION ARTS INC Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | — |
| DR SUSAN S MCKINNEY SECONDARY SCHOOL OF THE ARTS Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| MS 113 RONALD EDMONDS LEARNING CENTER Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 3.8 |
| COMPASS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 3.3 |
| PS 67 CHARLES A DORSEY Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 5.0 |
| COMMUNITY ROOTS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| BROOKLYN TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| BROOKLYN FREE SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| BROOKLYN INDEPENDENT Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 287 BAILEY K ASHFORD Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| MUSE ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| PS 11 PURVIS J BEHAN Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| KHALIL GIBRAN INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| PS 270 JOHANN DEKALB Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 2.5 |
| YESHIVA BETH HILLEL OF WILLIAMSBURG Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11205 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,753
Median Home Value
$892,800
Median Rent
$2,307/mo
Population
50,205
College Educated
52.5%
Homeownership
29%
Avg Commute
35.8 min
Poverty Rate
26.7%
Median Age
30.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| EAST HAMPTON MIDDLE SCHOOL East Hampton, NY | 6.3 |
| IS 381 Brooklyn, NY | 6.3 |
| IS 339 Bronx, NY | 6.2 |
| NEW PATHWAYS ACADEMY Bronx, NY | 6.2 |
| OXFORD ACADEMY MIDDLE SCHOOL Oxford, NY | 6.2 |
| WARSAW MIDDLE SCHOOL Warsaw, NY | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fort Green Preparatory Academy
What grades does Fort Green Preparatory Academy serve?
Fort Green Preparatory Academy serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Fort Green Preparatory Academy?
Fort Green Preparatory Academy has an enrollment of approximately 201 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fort Green Preparatory Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Fort Green Preparatory Academy is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fort Green Preparatory Academy rank in NY?
Fort Green Preparatory Academy ranks #2,287 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Fort Green Preparatory Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Fort Green Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Fort Green Preparatory Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fort Green Preparatory Academy has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
Is Fort Green Preparatory Academy a charter school?
No, Fort Green Preparatory Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fort Green Preparatory Academy a Title I school?
No, Fort Green Preparatory Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fort Green Preparatory Academy?
68.2% of students at Fort Green Preparatory Academy 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
- 201
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.3%
- Phone
- (718) 254-9401
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13- District Enrollment
- 19,232
- Schools in District
- 41
- District Rank
- #25 of 40
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