Very Good
#893 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 19% in state
Jhs 227 Edward B Shallow
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20
6500 16TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11204
Enrollment
1,358
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,358
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#893 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#96 of 570
public schools
In district
#21 of 45
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Jhs 227 Edward B Shallow
Jhs 227 Edward B Shallow is a public middle school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20. Jhs 227 Edward B Shallow serves approximately 1,358 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Jhs 227 Edward B Shallow has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #893 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Jhs 227 Edward B Shallow show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 8.3
- NY avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Jhs 227 Edward B Shallow — Students at Jhs 227 Edward B Shallow score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.9%
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: 8.5/10.
How Jhs 227 Edward B Shallow Compares
See how Jhs 227 Edward B Shallow performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
6500 16TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11204
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jhs 227 Edward B Shallow may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CHRISTA MCAULIFFE SCHOOL (THE) /IS 187 (rated 8.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is UNITED TALMUDICAL ACADEMY-TORAH V'YIRAH (rated 5.9/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, TOCAH VYIRAH OF BORO PARK (rated 5.9/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TIFERES MIRIAM SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 4.9 |
| BAIS SARAH-EDUC SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 6.2 |
| HASC - HEBREW ACADEMY FOR SPECIAL CHILDREN Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| HEBREW ACADEMY FOR SPECIAL Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 112 LEFFERTS PARK Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| TOMER DEVORAH HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| PS 231 Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| SEEALL ACADEMY (THE) Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| PS 48 MAPLETON Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| YESHIVA & MISIVTA TIFERES ELIMELECH Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| BAIS ROCHEL SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| UNITED TALMUDICAL ACADEMY-TORAH V'YIRAH Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| PS 176 OVINGTON Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| TOCAH VYIRAH OF BORO PARK Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| CHRISTA MCAULIFFE SCHOOL (THE) /IS 187 Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| PS 205 CLARION Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| PS 186 DR IRVING A GLADSTONE Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| NEW UTRECHT HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| TALMUD TORAH TIFERES BUNIM Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| YESHIVA TIFERES BUNIM Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
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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| IS 24 MYRA S BARNES Staten Island, NY | 7.7 |
| IS 98 BAY ACADEMY Brooklyn, NY | 7.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jhs 227 Edward B Shallow
What grades does Jhs 227 Edward B Shallow serve?
Jhs 227 Edward B Shallow serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Jhs 227 Edward B Shallow?
Jhs 227 Edward B Shallow has an enrollment of approximately 1,358 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jhs 227 Edward B Shallow?
The student-teacher ratio at Jhs 227 Edward B Shallow is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jhs 227 Edward B Shallow rank in NY?
Jhs 227 Edward B Shallow ranks #893 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Jhs 227 Edward B Shallow's MySchoolScout rating?
Jhs 227 Edward B Shallow has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 227 Edward B Shallow?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jhs 227 Edward B Shallow has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Jhs 227 Edward B Shallow a charter school?
No, Jhs 227 Edward B Shallow is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jhs 227 Edward B Shallow a Title I school?
No, Jhs 227 Edward B Shallow is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jhs 227 Edward B Shallow?
86.9% of students at Jhs 227 Edward B Shallow 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
- 1,358
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 104
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.0%
- Phone
- (718) 256-8218
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20- District Enrollment
- 46,673
- Schools in District
- 45
- District Rank
- #21 of 45
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