Average
#3300 of 4,742 schools in NY
Jhs 292 Margaret S Douglas
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19
301 VERMONT ST, Brooklyn, NY 11207
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
5.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
5.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,300 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#414 of 570
public schools
In district
#33 of 52
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19
Academic growth
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About Jhs 292 Margaret S Douglas
Jhs 292 Margaret S Douglas is a public middle school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19. Jhs 292 Margaret S Douglas serves approximately 302 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Jhs 292 Margaret S Douglas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,300 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Jhs 292 Margaret S Douglas show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Jhs 292 Margaret S Douglas sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
73% of students at Jhs 292 Margaret S Douglas 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 292 Margaret S Douglas — Students at Jhs 292 Margaret S Douglas score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.7%
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: 7.3/10.
How Jhs 292 Margaret S Douglas Compares
See how Jhs 292 Margaret S Douglas performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
301 VERMONT ST, Brooklyn, NY 11207
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jhs 292 Margaret S Douglas may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. VISTA ACADEMY (rated 7.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LEGACY SCHOOL OF THE ARTS (rated 7.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SCHOOL OF THE FUTURE BROOKLYN (rated 6.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,419
Median Home Value
$657,400
Median Rent
$1,443/mo
Population
93,445
College Educated
19.4%
Homeownership
26.9%
Avg Commute
45.9 min
Poverty Rate
27.3%
Median Age
36.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jhs 292 Margaret S Douglas
What grades does Jhs 292 Margaret S Douglas serve?
Jhs 292 Margaret S Douglas serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Jhs 292 Margaret S Douglas?
Jhs 292 Margaret S Douglas has an enrollment of approximately 302 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jhs 292 Margaret S Douglas?
The student-teacher ratio at Jhs 292 Margaret S Douglas is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jhs 292 Margaret S Douglas rank in NY?
Jhs 292 Margaret S Douglas ranks #3,300 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Jhs 292 Margaret S Douglas's MySchoolScout rating?
Jhs 292 Margaret S Douglas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 292 Margaret S Douglas?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jhs 292 Margaret S Douglas has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Jhs 292 Margaret S Douglas a charter school?
No, Jhs 292 Margaret S Douglas is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jhs 292 Margaret S Douglas a Title I school?
No, Jhs 292 Margaret S Douglas is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jhs 292 Margaret S Douglas?
91.7% of students at Jhs 292 Margaret S Douglas 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
- 302
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 73.2%
- Phone
- (718) 498-6562
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19- District Enrollment
- 19,963
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #33 of 52
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