Excellent
#361 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 8% in state
Is 289
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2
201 WARREN ST, New York, NY 10282
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
8.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
8.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#361 of 4,742
In New York
#37 of 346
public schools
In district
#26 of 118
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Is 289
Middle School in New York · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
PS 89
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About Is 289
Is 289 is a public middle school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2. Is 289 serves approximately 258 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Is 289 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #361 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Is 289 show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 7.9
- NY avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Is 289 — Students at Is 289 score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.8%
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: 7.4/10.
How Is 289 Compares
See how Is 289 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
201 WARREN ST, New York, NY 10282
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Is 289 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SPRUCE STREET SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LOWER MANHATTAN COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, QUAD PREPARATORY SCHOOL (THE) (rated 8.7/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Manhattan), with a very similar rating. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 89 New York | 0.0 mi | 8.6 |
| STUYVESANT HIGH SCHOOL New York | 0.1 mi | 8.2 |
| PS 234 INDEPENDENCE SCHOOL New York | 0.1 mi | 8.2 |
| GERMAN SCHOOL MANHATTAN New York | 0.2 mi | 6.6 |
| PORTFOLIO SCHOOL New York | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| HIGH SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS & FINANCE New York | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| LEADERSHIP & PUBLIC SERVICE HIGH SCHOOL New York | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| BATTERY PARK MONTESSORI New York | 0.6 mi | — |
| PS 150 New York | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| SPRUCE STREET SCHOOL New York | 0.6 mi | 9.1 |
| QUAD PREPARATORY SCHOOL (THE) Manhattan | 0.7 mi | 8.7 |
| PINE STREET SCHOOL New York | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| BATTERY PARK CITY SCHOOL New York | 0.7 mi | 8.6 |
| PS 94 New York | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| BROOME STREET ACADEMY CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL New York | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| THE LANG SCHOOL New York | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| LEMAN MANHATTAN PREPARATORY SCHOOL New York | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| RICHARD R GREEN HIGH SCHOOL OF TEACHING New York | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL OF BUSINESS FOR YOUNG WOMEN New York | 0.8 mi | 8.5 |
| LOWER MANHATTAN COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL New York | 0.8 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10282 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
5,960
College Educated
82%
Homeownership
10.8%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
39.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRIARCLIFF MIDDLE SCHOOL Briarcliff Manor, NY | 8.4 |
| JONAS BRONCK ACADEMY Bronx, NY | 8.3 |
| MS 890 Brooklyn, NY | 8.3 |
| SCHUYLERVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Schuylerville, NY | 8.5 |
| SKANEATELES MIDDLE SCHOOL Skaneateles, NY | 8.5 |
| HOLLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Holland, NY | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Is 289
What grades does Is 289 serve?
Is 289 serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Is 289?
Is 289 has an enrollment of approximately 258 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Is 289?
The student-teacher ratio at Is 289 is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Is 289 rank in NY?
Is 289 ranks #361 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Is 289's MySchoolScout rating?
Is 289 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 289?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Is 289 has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Is 289 a charter school?
No, Is 289 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Is 289 a Title I school?
No, Is 289 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Is 289?
48.8% of students at Is 289 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
- 258
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.5%
- Phone
- (212) 571-9268
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2- District Enrollment
- 55,421
- Schools in District
- 119
- District Rank
- #26 of 118
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