Very Good
#993 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 21% in state
Is 98 Bay Academy
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21
1401 EMMONS AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11235
Enrollment
1,430
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
7.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,430
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
7.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#993 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#110 of 570
public schools
In district
#8 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Is 98 Bay Academy
Middle School in Brooklyn · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Is 98 Bay Academy
Is 98 Bay Academy is a public middle school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21. Is 98 Bay Academy serves approximately 1,430 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Is 98 Bay Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #993 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Is 98 Bay Academy show 93% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 7.2
- NY avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Is 98 Bay Academy — Students at Is 98 Bay Academy score 92% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.1%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 9.4/10.
How Is 98 Bay Academy Compares
See how Is 98 Bay Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1401 EMMONS AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11235
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Is 98 Bay Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. PS 253 (rated 8.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 195 MANHATTAN BEACH (rated 7.2/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ABRAHAM LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SHULAMITH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS OF BROOKLYN Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 5.9 |
| PS 771 Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 3.8 |
| PS 225 EILEEN E ZAGLIN (THE) Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| ST MARK CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 254 DAG HAMMARSKJOLD Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 209 MARGARET MEAD Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| PS 253 Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| WILLIAM E GRADY CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 195 MANHATTAN BEACH Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| YESHIVANT MEKOT HAIM Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| AHI EZER YESHIVA SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| YESHIVAT DARCHE ERES BOYS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 3.3 |
| YESHIVAT MAGEN ABRAHAM Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| ABRAHAM LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| YESHIVAT MEKOR HAIM Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| PS 52 SHEEPSHEAD BAY Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| PS 206 JOSEPH F LAMB Brooklyn | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| PS 370 Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| PS 811 CONNIE LEKAS SCHOOL Brooklyn | 1.0 mi | 3.6 |
| PS 216 ARTURO TOSCANINI Brooklyn | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11235 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,689
Median Home Value
$723,900
Median Rent
$1,649/mo
Population
81,958
College Educated
49.6%
Homeownership
37%
Avg Commute
42.5 min
Poverty Rate
17.4%
Median Age
47.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Is 98 Bay Academy
What grades does Is 98 Bay Academy serve?
Is 98 Bay Academy serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Is 98 Bay Academy?
Is 98 Bay Academy has an enrollment of approximately 1,430 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Is 98 Bay Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Is 98 Bay Academy is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Is 98 Bay Academy rank in NY?
Is 98 Bay Academy ranks #993 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Is 98 Bay Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Is 98 Bay Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 98 Bay Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Is 98 Bay Academy has 93% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Is 98 Bay Academy a charter school?
No, Is 98 Bay Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Is 98 Bay Academy a Title I school?
No, Is 98 Bay Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Is 98 Bay Academy?
63.1% of students at Is 98 Bay Academy 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
- 1,430
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 72
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.7%
- Phone
- (718) 891-9005
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21- District Enrollment
- 34,525
- Schools in District
- 40
- District Rank
- #8 of 40
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