Very Good
#1099 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 23% in state
Jhs 62 Ditmas
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20
700 CORTELYOU RD, Brooklyn, NY 11218
Enrollment
858
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
7.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
858
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
7.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,099 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#119 of 570
public schools
In district
#24 of 45
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Jhs 62 Ditmas
Jhs 62 Ditmas is a public middle school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20. Jhs 62 Ditmas serves approximately 858 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Jhs 62 Ditmas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,099 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Jhs 62 Ditmas show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 8.3
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Jhs 62 Ditmas 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 62 Ditmas — Students at Jhs 62 Ditmas score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.6%
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: 9.2/10.
How Jhs 62 Ditmas Compares
See how Jhs 62 Ditmas performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
700 CORTELYOU RD, Brooklyn, NY 11218
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jhs 62 Ditmas may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MS 890 (rated 8.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MS 839 (rated 7.8/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, NESIVOS BAIS YAAKOV (rated 5.6/10, 0.6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| YESHIVA BONIM LAMOKOM Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 6.5 |
| CORTELYOU EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | — |
| PS 179 KENSINGTON Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 139 ALEXINE A FENTY Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| PS 134 Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 8.9 |
| BROOKLYN DREAMS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| MS 890 Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| PS 889 Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 3.5 |
| PS 217 COLONEL DAVID MARCUS SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| YESHIVAT SHAARE TORAH GIRLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| UNITED CEREBRAL PALSY OF NEW YORK CITY Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| BNOS YERUSMALAYIM Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 3.8 |
| BNOS YAAKOV Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| NESIVOS BAIS YAAKOV Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| BAIS YAAKOV D'RAV MEIR HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| BETH JACOB DAY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| MS 839 Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| BAIS YAAKOV OF 18TH AVE Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| PS 245 Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| BROOKLYN COLLEGE ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11218 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,916
Median Home Value
$914,300
Median Rent
$1,966/mo
Population
71,313
College Educated
51%
Homeownership
37.9%
Avg Commute
40.7 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
37.7
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| GREAT HOLLOW MIDDLE SCHOOL Nesconset, NY | 7.6 |
| JHS 278 MARINE PARK Brooklyn, NY | 7.6 |
| LOUIS M KLEIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Harrison, NY | 7.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jhs 62 Ditmas
What grades does Jhs 62 Ditmas serve?
Jhs 62 Ditmas serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Jhs 62 Ditmas?
Jhs 62 Ditmas has an enrollment of approximately 858 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jhs 62 Ditmas?
The student-teacher ratio at Jhs 62 Ditmas is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jhs 62 Ditmas rank in NY?
Jhs 62 Ditmas ranks #1,099 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Jhs 62 Ditmas's MySchoolScout rating?
Jhs 62 Ditmas 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 62 Ditmas?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jhs 62 Ditmas has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Jhs 62 Ditmas a charter school?
No, Jhs 62 Ditmas is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jhs 62 Ditmas a Title I school?
No, Jhs 62 Ditmas is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jhs 62 Ditmas?
90.6% of students at Jhs 62 Ditmas 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
- 858
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 71
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.6%
- Phone
- (718) 941-5450
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20- District Enrollment
- 46,673
- Schools in District
- 45
- District Rank
- #24 of 45
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