Average
#2484 of 4,742 schools in NY
Is 340
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17
227 STERLING PL, Brooklyn, NY 11238
Enrollment
140
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
6.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
140
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
6.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,484 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#316 of 570
public schools
In district
#28 of 49
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17
Equity
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Is 340
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About Is 340
Is 340 is a public middle school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17. Is 340 serves approximately 140 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Is 340 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,484 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Is 340 show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 140 students, Is 340 is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
42% of students at Is 340 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 340 — Students at Is 340 score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 30 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: 5.8/10.
How Is 340 Compares
See how Is 340 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
227 STERLING PL, Brooklyn, NY 11238
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Is 340 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ELIJAH STROUD MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MS 266 PARK PLACE COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11238 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$132,957
Median Home Value
$1,146,000
Median Rent
$2,511/mo
Population
58,462
College Educated
71.2%
Homeownership
28.1%
Avg Commute
38.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Median Age
35.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Is 340
What grades does Is 340 serve?
Is 340 serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Is 340?
Is 340 has an enrollment of approximately 140 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Is 340?
The student-teacher ratio at Is 340 is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Is 340 rank in NY?
Is 340 ranks #2,484 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Is 340's MySchoolScout rating?
Is 340 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 340?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Is 340 has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Is 340 a charter school?
No, Is 340 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Is 340 a Title I school?
No, Is 340 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Is 340?
83.6% of students at Is 340 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
- 140
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.1%
- Phone
- (718) 857-5516
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17- District Enrollment
- 17,805
- Schools in District
- 49
- District Rank
- #28 of 49
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