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#3197 of 4,742 schools in NY

Is 349 Math Science and Technology

Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #32

35 STARR ST, Brooklyn, NY 11211

Enrollment

196

Student-Teacher

7.5:1

Score

5.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,197 of 4,742

In Brooklyn

#401 of 570

public schools

In district

#11 of 27

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #32

Academic growth

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Is 349 Math Science and Technology

5.4/10

Middle School in Brooklyn · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Is 349 Math Science and Technology

Is 349 Math Science and Technology is a public middle school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #32. Is 349 Math Science and Technology serves approximately 196 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Is 349 Math Science and Technology has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,197 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Is 349 Math Science and Technology show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 196 students, Is 349 Math Science and Technology 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.

Test scores at Is 349 Math Science and Technology sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

At 7.5:1 students to teachers, Is 349 Math Science and Technology sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.61 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics4.3Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency15.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-24 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-28.1 pts
Overall Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-12.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
Resources & Environment3.7Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio7.5:1
Chronic Absenteeism58.2%

Is 349 Math Science and Technology — Students at Is 349 Math Science and Technology score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

92.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 21.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 26.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.2% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
73%
ELA
38%
2010
Math
49%
ELA
18%
2011
Math
41%
ELA
24%
2012
Math
6%
ELA
8%
2013
Math
11%
ELA
7%
2014
Math
10%
ELA
12%
2015
Math
6%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
23%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
30%
ELA
33%
2019
Math
30%
ELA
33%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
34.5%
2021*
Math
12.3%
ELA
35.9%
2022
Math
15.6%
ELA
34.7%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How Is 349 Math Science and Technology Compares

See how Is 349 Math Science and Technology performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
33th percentile in NY
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
3.7/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
92%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
58.2%

Location

35 STARR ST, Brooklyn, NY 11211

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Is 349 Math Science and Technology may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. JHS 162 WILLOUGHBY (THE) (rated 6.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MADIBA PREP MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WHITELAW REID ACADEMY OF ARTS AND BUSINESS (rated 4.9/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.7 mi
School Distance Rating
IS 347 SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES Brooklyn 0.0 mi 4.0
PS 145 ANDREW JACKSON Brooklyn 0.2 mi 4.4
PS 123 SUYDAM Brooklyn 0.4 mi 3.9
EBC HIGH SCHOOL FOR PUBLIC SERVICE-BUSHWICK Brooklyn 0.4 mi 6.9
PS 274 KOSCIUSKO Brooklyn 0.4 mi 3.5
PS 376 Brooklyn 0.4 mi 8.3
WILLIAMSBURG CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 6.9
JHS 383 PHILIPPA SCHUYLER Brooklyn 0.5 mi 4.8
ACHIEVEMENT FIRST-BUSHWICK CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 7.3
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-BUSHWICK Brooklyn 0.5 mi 7.1
PS 26 JESSE OWENS Brooklyn 0.6 mi 7.6
MADIBA PREP MIDDLE SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.6 mi 6.5
PS 86 IRVINGTON (THE) Brooklyn 0.5 mi 4.0
JHS 162 WILLOUGHBY (THE) Brooklyn 0.6 mi 6.6
PS 75 MAYDA CORTIELLA Brooklyn 0.6 mi 4.2
PS 120 CARLOS TAPIA Brooklyn 0.5 mi 4.4
PS 81 THADDEUS STEVENS Brooklyn 0.7 mi 3.7
WHITELAW REID ACADEMY OF ARTS AND BUSINESS Brooklyn 0.7 mi 4.9
BROOKLYN ACADEMY OF GLOBAL FINANCE (THE) Brooklyn 0.7 mi 6.5
BROOKLYN EMERGING LEADERS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.7 mi 9.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11211 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$105,183

Median Home Value

$1,118,600

Median Rent

$2,357/mo

Population

65,691

College Educated

54.8%

Homeownership

16.4%

Avg Commute

31.8 min

Poverty Rate

21.2%

Median Age

31.4

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SCIENCE AND MEDICINE MIDDLE SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn, NY 5.4
VAN SICLEN COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY 5.4
BRONX WRITING ACADEMY Bronx, NY 5.5
CINCINNATUS MIDDLE SCHOOL Cincinnatus, NY 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Is 349 Math Science and Technology

What grades does Is 349 Math Science and Technology serve?

Is 349 Math Science and Technology serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Is 349 Math Science and Technology?

Is 349 Math Science and Technology has an enrollment of approximately 196 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Is 349 Math Science and Technology?

The student-teacher ratio at Is 349 Math Science and Technology is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Is 349 Math Science and Technology rank in NY?

Is 349 Math Science and Technology ranks #3,197 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Is 349 Math Science and Technology's MySchoolScout rating?

Is 349 Math Science and Technology has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 349 Math Science and Technology?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Is 349 Math Science and Technology has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Is 349 Math Science and Technology a charter school?

No, Is 349 Math Science and Technology is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Is 349 Math Science and Technology a Title I school?

No, Is 349 Math Science and Technology is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Is 349 Math Science and Technology?

92.3% of students at Is 349 Math Science and Technology qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Walk Score
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Transit Score
99 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
196
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
92.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Kings County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
58.2%

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