Is 24 Myra S Barnes

IS 24 Myra S Barnes serves 1,289 middle school students in grades 6-8 on Staten Island, ranking impressively at #851 out of 4,758 New York schools and earning an 82nd percentile placement statewide. With its MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10, the school demonstrates solid academic performance, particularly in English Language Arts where 80% of students achieve proficiency or above across all grade levels. Math performance shows room for growth, with 50% of students meeting or exceeding proficiency standards.

The school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 12.8:1 with 101 full-time equivalent teachers, allowing for more individualized attention in the classroom. This staffing structure supports the school's strong academic score of 8.0 out of 10, reflecting its commitment to educational excellence. Located at 750 Durant Avenue in ZIP code 10308, IS 24 sits within an established Staten Island neighborhood where families enjoy a median household income of $122,647 and median home values of $630,000.

The surrounding community is well-educated, with 40% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, while maintaining a low poverty rate of just 5.3%. This middle school operates within Staten Island's large city environment, serving families in an economically stable and education-focused community.