Very Good
#1185 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 25% in state
Jhs 50 John D Wells
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14
183 S 3RD ST, Brooklyn, NY 11211
Enrollment
379
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
7.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
379
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
7.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,185 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#129 of 570
public schools
In district
#7 of 38
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Jhs 50 John D Wells
Jhs 50 John D Wells is a public middle school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14. Jhs 50 John D Wells serves approximately 379 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Jhs 50 John D Wells has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,185 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Jhs 50 John D Wells show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Jhs 50 John D Wells 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 50 John D Wells — Students at Jhs 50 John D Wells score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 33 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.7/10.
How Jhs 50 John D Wells Compares
See how Jhs 50 John D Wells performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
183 S 3RD ST, Brooklyn, NY 11211
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jhs 50 John D Wells may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. WILLIAMS BURG NORTHSIDE SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BROOKLYN PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WILLIAMSBURG NORTHSIDE SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 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 11211 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,183
Median Home Value
$1,118,600
Median Rent
$2,357/mo
Population
65,691
College Educated
54.8%
Homeownership
16.4%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
21.2%
Median Age
31.4
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| BEACH STREET MIDDLE SCHOOL West Islip, NY | 7.5 |
| CREO COLLEGE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 7.5 |
| DEWITT MIDDLE SCHOOL Ithaca, NY | 7.5 |
| EAST MORICHES SCHOOL East Moriches, NY | 7.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jhs 50 John D Wells
What grades does Jhs 50 John D Wells serve?
Jhs 50 John D Wells serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Jhs 50 John D Wells?
Jhs 50 John D Wells has an enrollment of approximately 379 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jhs 50 John D Wells?
The student-teacher ratio at Jhs 50 John D Wells is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jhs 50 John D Wells rank in NY?
Jhs 50 John D Wells ranks #1,185 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Jhs 50 John D Wells's MySchoolScout rating?
Jhs 50 John D Wells has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 50 John D Wells?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jhs 50 John D Wells has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Jhs 50 John D Wells a charter school?
No, Jhs 50 John D Wells is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jhs 50 John D Wells a Title I school?
No, Jhs 50 John D Wells is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jhs 50 John D Wells?
85.8% of students at Jhs 50 John D Wells 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
- 379
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.1%
- Phone
- (718) 387-4184
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14- District Enrollment
- 15,196
- Schools in District
- 38
- District Rank
- #7 of 38
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