Very Good
#793 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 17% in state
Is 228 David a Boody
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21
228 AVE S, Brooklyn, NY 11223
Enrollment
1,549
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
7.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,549
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
7.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#793 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#83 of 570
public schools
In district
#5 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Is 228 David a Boody
Is 228 David a Boody is a public middle school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21. Is 228 David a Boody serves approximately 1,549 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Is 228 David a Boody has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #793 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Is 228 David a Boody show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 7.2
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Is 228 David a Boody 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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Is 228 David a Boody — Students at Is 228 David a Boody score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 9.4/10.
How Is 228 David a Boody Compares
See how Is 228 David a Boody performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
228 AVE S, Brooklyn, NY 11223
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Is 228 David a Boody may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ACADEMY OF TALENTED SCHOLARS (THE) (rated 8.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BROOKLYN SCHOOL OF INQUIRY (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LEADERS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11223 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,950
Median Home Value
$1,063,200
Median Rent
$1,653/mo
Population
78,566
College Educated
33.6%
Homeownership
35.8%
Avg Commute
44.7 min
Poverty Rate
19.5%
Median Age
36.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Is 228 David a Boody
What grades does Is 228 David a Boody serve?
Is 228 David a Boody serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Is 228 David a Boody?
Is 228 David a Boody has an enrollment of approximately 1,549 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Is 228 David a Boody?
The student-teacher ratio at Is 228 David a Boody is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Is 228 David a Boody rank in NY?
Is 228 David a Boody ranks #793 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Is 228 David a Boody's MySchoolScout rating?
Is 228 David a Boody has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Is 228 David a Boody?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Is 228 David a Boody has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Is 228 David a Boody a charter school?
No, Is 228 David a Boody is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Is 228 David a Boody a Title I school?
No, Is 228 David a Boody is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Is 228 David a Boody?
80.8% of students at Is 228 David a Boody 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
- 1,549
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 111
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.4%
- Phone
- (718) 375-7635
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21- District Enrollment
- 34,525
- Schools in District
- 40
- District Rank
- #5 of 40
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