Average
#2211 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 47% in state
Jhs 234 Arthur W Cunningham
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22
1875 E 17TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11229
Enrollment
1,403
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,403
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,211 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#290 of 570
public schools
In district
#18 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22
Equity
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Jhs 234 Arthur W Cunningham
Jhs 234 Arthur W Cunningham is a public middle school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22. Jhs 234 Arthur W Cunningham serves approximately 1,403 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Jhs 234 Arthur W Cunningham has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,211 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Jhs 234 Arthur W Cunningham show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Jhs 234 Arthur W Cunningham 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 234 Arthur W Cunningham — Students at Jhs 234 Arthur W Cunningham score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.5%
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: 5.6/10.
How Jhs 234 Arthur W Cunningham Compares
See how Jhs 234 Arthur W Cunningham performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1875 E 17TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11229
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jhs 234 Arthur W Cunningham may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. WINDMILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PROSPECT PARK BNOS LEAH HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BET YAKOV ATERET TORAH HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11229 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,556
Median Home Value
$812,200
Median Rent
$1,666/mo
Population
79,802
College Educated
41.3%
Homeownership
47%
Avg Commute
43.7 min
Poverty Rate
15.8%
Median Age
42.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jhs 234 Arthur W Cunningham
What grades does Jhs 234 Arthur W Cunningham serve?
Jhs 234 Arthur W Cunningham serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Jhs 234 Arthur W Cunningham?
Jhs 234 Arthur W Cunningham has an enrollment of approximately 1,403 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jhs 234 Arthur W Cunningham?
The student-teacher ratio at Jhs 234 Arthur W Cunningham is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jhs 234 Arthur W Cunningham rank in NY?
Jhs 234 Arthur W Cunningham ranks #2,211 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Jhs 234 Arthur W Cunningham's MySchoolScout rating?
Jhs 234 Arthur W Cunningham has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 234 Arthur W Cunningham?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jhs 234 Arthur W Cunningham has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Jhs 234 Arthur W Cunningham a charter school?
No, Jhs 234 Arthur W Cunningham is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jhs 234 Arthur W Cunningham a Title I school?
No, Jhs 234 Arthur W Cunningham is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jhs 234 Arthur W Cunningham?
79.5% of students at Jhs 234 Arthur W Cunningham 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
- 1,403
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 101
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.1%
- Phone
- (718) 645-1334
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22- District Enrollment
- 31,726
- Schools in District
- 40
- District Rank
- #18 of 40
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