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#2312 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 49% in state
Jhs 14 Shell Bank
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22
2424 BATCHELDER ST, Brooklyn, NY 11235
Enrollment
478
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
6.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
478
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
6.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,312 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#303 of 570
public schools
In district
#21 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Jhs 14 Shell Bank
Jhs 14 Shell Bank is a public middle school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22. Jhs 14 Shell Bank serves approximately 478 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Jhs 14 Shell Bank has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,312 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Jhs 14 Shell Bank show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% 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
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Jhs 14 Shell Bank sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
62% of students at Jhs 14 Shell Bank 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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Jhs 14 Shell Bank — Students at Jhs 14 Shell Bank score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.6%
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: 9.3/10.
How Jhs 14 Shell Bank Compares
See how Jhs 14 Shell Bank performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2424 BATCHELDER ST, Brooklyn, NY 11235
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jhs 14 Shell Bank may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. LEON M GOLDSTEIN HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE SCIENCES (rated 8.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JHS 278 MARINE PARK (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PROFESSIONAL PATHWAYS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ORIGINS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 5.7 |
| PROFESSIONAL PATHWAYS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 7.5 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-FORT GREENE Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 5.4 |
| NEW VISIONS CHTR HS-ADV MA/SCI III Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 7.2 |
| PS 811 CONNIE LEKAS SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 3.6 |
| LEV BAIS YAAKOV Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| YESHIVAT MEKOR HAIM Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| PS 194 RAOUL WALLENBERG Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| PS 52 SHEEPSHEAD BAY Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| YESHIVANT MEKOT HAIM Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| BROOKLYN AMITY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| PS 277 GERRITSEN BEACH Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| PS 206 JOSEPH F LAMB Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| JHS 278 MARINE PARK Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| LEON M GOLDSTEIN HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE SCIENCES Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| ST MARK CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 254 DAG HAMMARSKJOLD Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 195 MANHATTAN BEACH Brooklyn | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| ST EDMUND PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| ST EDMUND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
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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| GREGORY B JARVIS MIDDLE SCHOOL Mohawk, NY | 6.3 |
| HENRY V BURGER JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL West Henrietta, NY | 6.3 |
| IS 204 OLIVER W HOLMES Long Island City, NY | 6.3 |
| LYNBROOK SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Lynbrook, NY | 6.3 |
| MOTT HALL III Bronx, NY | 6.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jhs 14 Shell Bank
What grades does Jhs 14 Shell Bank serve?
Jhs 14 Shell Bank serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Jhs 14 Shell Bank?
Jhs 14 Shell Bank has an enrollment of approximately 478 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jhs 14 Shell Bank?
The student-teacher ratio at Jhs 14 Shell Bank is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jhs 14 Shell Bank rank in NY?
Jhs 14 Shell Bank ranks #2,312 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Jhs 14 Shell Bank's MySchoolScout rating?
Jhs 14 Shell Bank 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 Jhs 14 Shell Bank?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jhs 14 Shell Bank has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Jhs 14 Shell Bank a charter school?
No, Jhs 14 Shell Bank is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jhs 14 Shell Bank a Title I school?
No, Jhs 14 Shell Bank is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jhs 14 Shell Bank?
90.6% of students at Jhs 14 Shell Bank 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 478
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 61.7%
- Phone
- (718) 743-0220
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22- District Enrollment
- 31,726
- Schools in District
- 40
- District Rank
- #21 of 40
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