Very Good
#1569 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 33% in state
Highland Park Community School
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19
528 RIDGEWOOD AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11208
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
7.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
7.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,569 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#192 of 570
public schools
In district
#12 of 52
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Highland Park Community School
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About Highland Park Community School
Highland Park Community School is a public middle school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19. Highland Park Community School serves approximately 246 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Highland Park Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,569 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Highland Park Community School show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 5.7
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Highland Park Community 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
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Highland Park Community School — Students at Highland Park Community School score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.8/10.
How Highland Park Community School Compares
See how Highland Park Community School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
528 RIDGEWOOD AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11208
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highland Park Community School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MS 935 (rated 7.2/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, IS 171 ABRAHAM LINCOLN (rated 5.7/10), a more accessible option. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IS 171 ABRAHAM LINCOLN Brooklyn | 0.0 mi | 5.7 |
| PS 7 ABRAHAM LINCOLN Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 4.4 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| CYPRESS HILLS ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| MULTICULTURAL HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| CYPRESS HILLS COLLEGIATE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| BROOKLYN LAB SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| ACADEMY OF INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL FOR COLLABORATIVE HEALTHCARE (THE) Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| PS 938 Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| MS 935 Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| PS 65 Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| TRANSIT TECH CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 159 ISAAC PITKIN Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| PS 214 MICHAEL FRIEDSAM Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| PS 97 FOREST PARK Woodhaven | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| PS 64 JOSEPH P ADDABBO Ozone Park | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Woodhaven | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| PS 345 PATROLMAN ROBERT BOLDEN Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| EAST BROOKLYN ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL (EBACS) Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood 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
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|---|---|
| AKRON MIDDLE SCHOOL Akron, NY | 7.1 |
| AMANI PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL Mount Vernon, NY | 7.1 |
| CENTER MORICHES MIDDLE SCHOOL Center Moriches, NY | 7.1 |
| CLEVELAND HILL MIDDLE SCHOOL Cheektowaga, NY | 7.1 |
| CLINTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Clinton, NY | 7.1 |
| HIGHLAND FALLS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Highland Falls, NY | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Highland Park Community School
What grades does Highland Park Community School serve?
Highland Park Community School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Highland Park Community School?
Highland Park Community School has an enrollment of approximately 246 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highland Park Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Highland Park Community School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Highland Park Community School rank in NY?
Highland Park Community School ranks #1,569 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Highland Park Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
Highland Park Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Highland Park Community School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Highland Park Community School has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).
Is Highland Park Community School a charter school?
No, Highland Park Community School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Highland Park Community School a Title I school?
No, Highland Park Community School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Highland Park Community School?
93.5% of students at Highland Park Community School 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
- 246
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.7%
- Phone
- (718) 235-1785
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19- District Enrollment
- 19,963
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #12 of 52
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