Very Good
#1103 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 23% in state
Jhs 278 Marine Park
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22
1925 STUART ST, Brooklyn, NY 11229
Enrollment
935
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
7.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
935
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
7.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,103 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#123 of 570
public schools
In district
#7 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Jhs 278 Marine Park
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About Jhs 278 Marine Park
Jhs 278 Marine Park is a public middle school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22. Jhs 278 Marine Park serves approximately 935 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Jhs 278 Marine Park has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,103 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Jhs 278 Marine Park show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Jhs 278 Marine Park 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 278 Marine Park — Students at Jhs 278 Marine Park score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.3%
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: 9.0/10.
How Jhs 278 Marine Park Compares
See how Jhs 278 Marine Park performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1925 STUART ST, Brooklyn, NY 11229
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jhs 278 Marine Park may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. PS 222 KATHERINE R SNYDER (rated 7.5/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is PROFESSIONAL PATHWAYS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, NEW VISIONS CHTR HS-ADV MA/SCI III (rated 7.2/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 222 KATHERINE R SNYDER Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| YESHIVA AHAVAS TORAH Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| YESHIVA OHR YISRAEL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| HA'OR BEACON SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| JAMES MADISON HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| YESHIVA DERECH HATORAH Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| YESHIVA DERECH HATORAH HIGH Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| LEV BAIS YAAKOV Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| PS 194 RAOUL WALLENBERG Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| PS 207 ELIZABETH G LEARY Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| YESHIVAT LEV TORAH Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| ZVI DOV ROTH ACADEMY OF YESHIVA RAMBAM Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| JHS 14 SHELL BANK Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| ORIGINS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| PROFESSIONAL PATHWAYS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-FORT GREENE Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| NEW VISIONS CHTR HS-ADV MA/SCI III Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| PS 206 JOSEPH F LAMB Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| PS 197 KINGS HIGHWAY ACADEMY (THE) Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| MIDWOOD CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FELIX FESTA ACHIEVEMENT MIDDLE SCHOOL West Nyack, NY | 7.6 |
| GREAT HOLLOW MIDDLE SCHOOL Nesconset, NY | 7.6 |
| IS 281 JOSEPH B CAVALLARO Brooklyn, NY | 7.6 |
| JHS 62 DITMAS Brooklyn, NY | 7.6 |
| LOUIS M KLEIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Harrison, NY | 7.6 |
| MARK TWAIN IS 239 FOR THE GIFTED AND TALENTED Brooklyn, NY | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jhs 278 Marine Park
What grades does Jhs 278 Marine Park serve?
Jhs 278 Marine Park serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Jhs 278 Marine Park?
Jhs 278 Marine Park has an enrollment of approximately 935 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jhs 278 Marine Park?
The student-teacher ratio at Jhs 278 Marine Park is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jhs 278 Marine Park rank in NY?
Jhs 278 Marine Park ranks #1,103 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Jhs 278 Marine Park's MySchoolScout rating?
Jhs 278 Marine Park has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 278 Marine Park?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jhs 278 Marine Park has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Jhs 278 Marine Park a charter school?
No, Jhs 278 Marine Park is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jhs 278 Marine Park a Title I school?
No, Jhs 278 Marine Park is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jhs 278 Marine Park?
76.3% of students at Jhs 278 Marine Park 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
- 935
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 87
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.1%
- Phone
- (718) 375-3523
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22- District Enrollment
- 31,726
- Schools in District
- 40
- District Rank
- #7 of 40
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