Excellent
#514 of 4,739 schools in NY
Top 11% in state
Is 318 Eugenio Maria De Hostos
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14
101 WALTON ST, Brooklyn, NY 11206
Enrollment
999
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
8.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
999
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
8.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Brooklyn
#71 of 570
public schools
New York middle schools
#62 of 785
In district
#12 of 38
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Exceptional
About Is 318 Eugenio Maria De Hostos
Is 318 Eugenio Maria De Hostos is a public middle school in Brooklyn, NY, part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14. The school serves approximately 999 students in grades 6th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.1/10, placing it in the 89.2th percentile among NY schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 54% proficiency in math, 14 points above the state average and 70% in reading/language arts, 14 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.7/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $57,280, where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
Score Breakdown
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Is 318 Eugenio Maria De Hostos — Students at Is 318 Eugenio Maria De Hostos score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY NYSED (2020-21)
Based on 8 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: 9.7/10.
How Is 318 Eugenio Maria De Hostos Compares
See how Is 318 Eugenio Maria De Hostos performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 46% (2019) to 54.5% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 50% (2019) to 74.5% (2021).
Location
101 WALTON ST, Brooklyn, NY 11206
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Is 318 Eugenio Maria De Hostos may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. PS 250 GEORGE H LINDSAY (rated 8.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 297 ABRAHAM STOCKTON (rated 8.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LYONS COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,280
Median Home Value
$822,100
Median Rent
$1,558/mo
Population
89,231
College Educated
36.3%
Homeownership
10.9%
Avg Commute
36.5 min
Poverty Rate
33.1%
Median Age
30.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Is 318 Eugenio Maria De Hostos has a median household income of $57,280. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $822,100, with a median rent of $1,558/month. The area has a poverty rate of 33.1%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute in the area is 37 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| IS 2 GEORGE L EGBERT Staten Island, NY | 8.1 |
| SOUTH WOODS MIDDLE SCHOOL Syosset, NY | 8.1 |
| ARDSLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Ardsley, NY | 8.0 |
| GARDEN CITY MIDDLE SCHOOL Garden City, NY | 8.2 |
| HENRY H WELLS MIDDLE SCHOOL Brewster, NY | 8.0 |
| ISAAC E YOUNG MIDDLE SCHOOL New Rochelle, NY | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Is 318 Eugenio Maria De Hostos
What grades does Is 318 Eugenio Maria De Hostos serve?
Is 318 Eugenio Maria De Hostos serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Is 318 Eugenio Maria De Hostos?
Is 318 Eugenio Maria De Hostos has an enrollment of approximately 999 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Is 318 Eugenio Maria De Hostos?
The student-teacher ratio at Is 318 Eugenio Maria De Hostos is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Is 318 Eugenio Maria De Hostos rank in NY?
Is 318 Eugenio Maria De Hostos is ranked #514 out of 4,739 schools in NY.
What is Is 318 Eugenio Maria De Hostos's MySchoolScout rating?
Is 318 Eugenio Maria De Hostos has a composite rating of 8.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Is 318 Eugenio Maria De Hostos?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Is 318 Eugenio Maria De Hostos has 54.1% math proficiency and 70.1% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Is 318 Eugenio Maria De Hostos a charter school?
No, Is 318 Eugenio Maria De Hostos is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Is 318 Eugenio Maria De Hostos a Title I school?
No, Is 318 Eugenio Maria De Hostos is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Is 318 Eugenio Maria De Hostos?
64.1% of students at Is 318 Eugenio Maria De Hostos 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
- 999
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 77
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Phone
- (718) 782-0589
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14- District Enrollment
- 15,196
- Schools in District
- 38
- District Rank
- #12 of 38
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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