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#447 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 9% in state

Jhs 223 Montauk (the)

Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20

4200 16TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11204

Enrollment

654

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

8.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#447 of 4,742

In Brooklyn

#38 of 570

public schools

In district

#15 of 45

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Jhs 223 Montauk (the)

8.3/10

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

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About Jhs 223 Montauk (the)

Jhs 223 Montauk (the) is a public middle school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20. Jhs 223 Montauk (the) serves approximately 654 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Jhs 223 Montauk (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #447 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Jhs 223 Montauk (the) show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.3
  • NY avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+1.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendImproving
Academics7.9Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency66.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+5.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.9 pts
Overall Proficiency56% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+18.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
Resources & Environment6.7Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.3:1
Chronic Absenteeism29.1%

Jhs 223 Montauk (the) — Students at Jhs 223 Montauk (the) score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 54.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 45.4% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
74%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
54%
ELA
29%
2011
Math
63%
ELA
32%
2012
Math
29%
ELA
19%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
21%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
25%
2015
Math
49%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
38%
2017
Math
60%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
54%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
57.5%
ELA
61.8%
2022
Math
44.9%
ELA
66.7%

* 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: 9.7/10.

How Jhs 223 Montauk (the) Compares

See how Jhs 223 Montauk (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
91th percentile in NY
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
6.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
53 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.1%

Location

4200 16TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11204

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jhs 223 Montauk (the) may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. PS 134 (rated 8.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 164 CAESAR RODNEY (rated 8.2/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS 192 MAGNET SCHOOL FOR MATH AND SCIENCE INQUIRY (THE) (rated 8.1/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.7 mi
School Distance Rating
URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL FOR LEADERSHIP AND EMPOWERMENT Brooklyn 0.0 mi 6.6
BNOS YAKOV OF BORO PARK Brooklyn 0.3 mi 5.3
PS 164 CAESAR RODNEY Brooklyn 0.3 mi 8.2
YESHIVA SHAARE TORAH Brroklyn 0.3 mi 6.4
TALMUD TORAH TIFERES YECHIEL D'ALEKSANDER INC Brooklyn 0.4 mi 3.6
BNOS YERUSMALAYIM Brooklyn 0.3 mi 3.8
CONGREGATION BNOS CHAYA Brooklyn 0.3 mi 4.4
PS 192 MAGNET SCHOOL FOR MATH AND SCIENCE INQUIRY (THE) Brooklyn 0.4 mi 8.1
BAIS YAAKOV OF 18TH AVE Brooklyn 0.4 mi 5.5
TALMUD TORAH OHEL YOCHANAN Brooklyn 0.4 mi 4.4
GAN YISROEL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 5.9
PS 179 KENSINGTON Brooklyn 0.5 mi 6.0
HADRAN ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.4 mi 6.7
UNITED TALMUDIAL ACADEMY OF BORO PARK Brooklyn 0.6 mi 4.6
BAIS YAAKOV D'RAV MEIR HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 6.7
YESHIVA & MESIFTA CHASAN SOFER Brooklyn 0.6 mi 5.4
BETH JACOB DAY SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 5.9
PS 134 Brooklyn 0.5 mi 8.9
NESIVOS BAIS YAAKOV Brooklyn 0.6 mi 5.8
TALMUD TORAH IMREI CHAIM Brooklyn 0.7 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,588

Median Home Value

$1,097,200

Median Rent

$1,751/mo

Population

81,368

College Educated

30.5%

Homeownership

35.3%

Avg Commute

40.6 min

Poverty Rate

20.2%

Median Age

34.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jhs 223 Montauk (the)

What grades does Jhs 223 Montauk (the) serve?

Jhs 223 Montauk (the) serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Jhs 223 Montauk (the)?

Jhs 223 Montauk (the) has an enrollment of approximately 654 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jhs 223 Montauk (the)?

The student-teacher ratio at Jhs 223 Montauk (the) is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jhs 223 Montauk (the) rank in NY?

Jhs 223 Montauk (the) ranks #447 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Jhs 223 Montauk (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?

Jhs 223 Montauk (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 223 Montauk (the)?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jhs 223 Montauk (the) has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Jhs 223 Montauk (the) a charter school?

No, Jhs 223 Montauk (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Jhs 223 Montauk (the) a Title I school?

No, Jhs 223 Montauk (the) is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jhs 223 Montauk (the)?

91.4% of students at Jhs 223 Montauk (the) 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
90 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
92 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
62 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
654
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
53
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Kings County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.1%

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