Average
#2313 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 49% in state
Is 381
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22
2500 NOSTRAND AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11210
Enrollment
279
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
6.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
279
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
6.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,313 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#304 of 570
public schools
In district
#22 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22
Academic growth
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About Is 381
Is 381 is a public middle school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22. Is 381 serves approximately 279 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Is 381 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,313 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Is 381 show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Is 381 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 381 — Students at Is 381 score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.6%
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: 7.2/10.
How Is 381 Compares
See how Is 381 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2500 NOSTRAND AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11210
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Is 381 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MIDWOOD HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is YESHIVAT LEV TORAH (rated 6.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, YESHIVA DERECH HATORAH HIGH (rated 6.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ANDRIES HUDDE Brooklyn | 0.0 mi | 4.5 |
| YAD YISROEL Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 5.2 |
| PS 193 GIL HODGES Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 6.2 |
| YESHIVAT LEV TORAH Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| ZVI DOV ROTH ACADEMY OF YESHIVA RAMBAM Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| YESHIVA VYELIPOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| URBAN DOVE TEAM CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 119 AMERSFORT Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| YESHIVA DERECH HATORAH Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| YESHIVA DERECH HATORAH HIGH Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| SHAARE TORAH GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL/YESHIVA SHAAREI TOR Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| HA'OR BEACON SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| MIDWOOD HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| MASORES BAIS YAAKOV Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| YESHIVA OHR YISRAEL Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| SCHOOL OF SCIENCE &TECHNOLOGY Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| PS 315 Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| MIDWOOD CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| MIDWOOD CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| MIDWOOD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11210 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,261
Median Home Value
$817,600
Median Rent
$1,734/mo
Population
60,398
College Educated
39.3%
Homeownership
42.3%
Avg Commute
44.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
39.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| COLLABORATIVE ARTS MIDDLE SCHOOL Springfield Gardens, NY | 6.3 |
| EAST HAMPTON MIDDLE SCHOOL East Hampton, NY | 6.3 |
| FORT GREEN PREPARATORY ACADEMY Brooklyn, NY | 6.3 |
| LYNBROOK SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Lynbrook, NY | 6.3 |
| MOTT HALL III Bronx, NY | 6.3 |
| TOMPKINS SQUARE MIDDLE SCHOOL New York, NY | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Is 381
What grades does Is 381 serve?
Is 381 serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Is 381?
Is 381 has an enrollment of approximately 279 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Is 381?
The student-teacher ratio at Is 381 is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Is 381 rank in NY?
Is 381 ranks #2,313 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Is 381's MySchoolScout rating?
Is 381 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 381?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Is 381 has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Is 381 a charter school?
No, Is 381 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Is 381 a Title I school?
No, Is 381 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Is 381?
79.6% of students at Is 381 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
- 279
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.3%
- Phone
- (718) 338-1534
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22- District Enrollment
- 31,726
- Schools in District
- 40
- District Rank
- #22 of 40
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