Average
#2931 of 4,742 schools in NY
Is 303 Herbert S Eisenberg
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21
501 WEST AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11224
Enrollment
386
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
5.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
386
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
5.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,931 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#378 of 570
public schools
In district
#30 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21
Equity
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Is 303 Herbert S Eisenberg
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About Is 303 Herbert S Eisenberg
Is 303 Herbert S Eisenberg is a public middle school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21. Is 303 Herbert S Eisenberg serves approximately 386 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Is 303 Herbert S Eisenberg has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,931 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Is 303 Herbert S Eisenberg show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Is 303 Herbert S Eisenberg 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 303 Herbert S Eisenberg — Students at Is 303 Herbert S Eisenberg score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.4%
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: 4.6/10.
How Is 303 Herbert S Eisenberg Compares
See how Is 303 Herbert S Eisenberg performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
501 WEST AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11224
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Is 303 Herbert S Eisenberg may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. PS 253 (rated 8.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 95 GRAVESEND (THE) (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RACHEL CARSON HIGH SCHOOL FOR COASTAL STUDIES (rated 7.9/10), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CONEY ISLAND PREPARATORY PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.0 mi | 5.8 |
| RACHEL CARSON HIGH SCHOOL FOR COASTAL STUDIES Brooklyn | 0.0 mi | 7.9 |
| ABRAHAM LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| PS 100 CONEY ISLAND SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 370 Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| YESHIVAT MAGEN ABRAHAM Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| PS 216 ARTURO TOSCANINI Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| PS 90 EDNA COHEN SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| WILLIAM E GRADY CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 721 BROOKLYN OCCUPATIONAL TRAINING CENTER Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| JOHN DEWEY HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| PS 253 Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 8.4 |
| AHI EZER YESHIVA SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| OUR LADY OF GRACE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| PS 209 MARGARET MEAD Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| PS 95 GRAVESEND (THE) Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| PS 212 LADY DEBORAH MOODY Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| LIBERATION DIPLOMA PLUS Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| PS 771 Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| PS 225 EILEEN E ZAGLIN (THE) Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11224 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,449
Median Home Value
$512,900
Median Rent
$905/mo
Population
48,469
College Educated
33.5%
Homeownership
28.3%
Avg Commute
47.7 min
Poverty Rate
28.2%
Median Age
47.6
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CATTARAUGUS-LITTLE VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Cattaraugus, NY | 5.7 |
| CHENANGO VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Binghamton, NY | 5.7 |
| IS 171 ABRAHAM LINCOLN Brooklyn, NY | 5.7 |
| JORDAN-ELBRIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Jordan, NY | 5.7 |
| LIVERPOOL MIDDLE SCHOOL Liverpool, NY | 5.7 |
| MS 129 ACADEMY FOR INDEPENDENT LEARNING AND LEADERSHIP Bronx, NY | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Is 303 Herbert S Eisenberg
What grades does Is 303 Herbert S Eisenberg serve?
Is 303 Herbert S Eisenberg serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Is 303 Herbert S Eisenberg?
Is 303 Herbert S Eisenberg has an enrollment of approximately 386 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Is 303 Herbert S Eisenberg?
The student-teacher ratio at Is 303 Herbert S Eisenberg 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 303 Herbert S Eisenberg rank in NY?
Is 303 Herbert S Eisenberg ranks #2,931 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Is 303 Herbert S Eisenberg's MySchoolScout rating?
Is 303 Herbert S Eisenberg has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 303 Herbert S Eisenberg?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Is 303 Herbert S Eisenberg has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Is 303 Herbert S Eisenberg a charter school?
No, Is 303 Herbert S Eisenberg is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Is 303 Herbert S Eisenberg a Title I school?
No, Is 303 Herbert S Eisenberg is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Is 303 Herbert S Eisenberg?
90.4% of students at Is 303 Herbert S Eisenberg 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
- 386
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.2%
- Phone
- (718) 996-0100
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21- District Enrollment
- 34,525
- Schools in District
- 40
- District Rank
- #30 of 40
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