Below Average
#4161 of 4,742 schools in NY
Jhs 218 James P Sinnott
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19
370 FOUNTAIN AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11208
Enrollment
294
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
4.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
294
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
4.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,161 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#506 of 570
public schools
In district
#48 of 52
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19
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About Jhs 218 James P Sinnott
Jhs 218 James P Sinnott is a public middle school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19. Jhs 218 James P Sinnott serves approximately 294 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Jhs 218 James P Sinnott has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,161 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Jhs 218 James P Sinnott show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 7.7:1 students to teachers, Jhs 218 James P Sinnott sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
64% of students at Jhs 218 James P Sinnott 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 218 James P Sinnott — Students at Jhs 218 James P Sinnott score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.5%
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: 4.8/10.
How Jhs 218 James P Sinnott Compares
See how Jhs 218 James P Sinnott performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
370 FOUNTAIN AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11208
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jhs 218 James P Sinnott may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. VISTA ACADEMY (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MS 935 (rated 7.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LIBERTY AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11208 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,988
Median Home Value
$638,200
Median Rent
$1,563/mo
Population
106,901
College Educated
15.8%
Homeownership
25.9%
Avg Commute
45.2 min
Poverty Rate
20.1%
Median Age
34.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jhs 218 James P Sinnott
What grades does Jhs 218 James P Sinnott serve?
Jhs 218 James P Sinnott serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Jhs 218 James P Sinnott?
Jhs 218 James P Sinnott has an enrollment of approximately 294 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jhs 218 James P Sinnott?
The student-teacher ratio at Jhs 218 James P Sinnott is 7.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jhs 218 James P Sinnott rank in NY?
Jhs 218 James P Sinnott ranks #4,161 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Jhs 218 James P Sinnott's MySchoolScout rating?
Jhs 218 James P Sinnott has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Jhs 218 James P Sinnott?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jhs 218 James P Sinnott has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Jhs 218 James P Sinnott a charter school?
No, Jhs 218 James P Sinnott is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jhs 218 James P Sinnott a Title I school?
No, Jhs 218 James P Sinnott is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jhs 218 James P Sinnott?
91.5% of students at Jhs 218 James P Sinnott 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
- 294
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 64.3%
- Phone
- (718) 647-9050
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19- District Enrollment
- 19,963
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #48 of 52
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