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#2210 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 47% in state

Jhs 78 Roy H Mann

Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22

1420 E 68TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11234

Enrollment

581

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

6.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,210 of 4,742

In Brooklyn

#289 of 570

public schools

In district

#17 of 40

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22

Academic growth

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Jhs 78 Roy H Mann

6.4/10

Middle School in Brooklyn · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Jhs 78 Roy H Mann

Jhs 78 Roy H Mann is a public middle school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22. Jhs 78 Roy H Mann serves approximately 581 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Jhs 78 Roy H Mann has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,210 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Jhs 78 Roy H Mann show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at Jhs 78 Roy H Mann 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.22 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics5.6Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-17.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.4 pts
Overall Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-8.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment4.8Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Chronic Absenteeism34.4%

Jhs 78 Roy H Mann — Students at Jhs 78 Roy H Mann score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

70.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 31.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 42.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.2% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
76%
ELA
58%
2010
Math
44%
ELA
32%
2011
Math
48%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
14%
ELA
15%
2013
Math
18%
ELA
15%
2014
Math
16%
ELA
15%
2015
Math
15%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
18%
ELA
26%
2017
Math
21%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
31%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
31%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
30%
ELA
69.5%
2021*
Math
36.5%
ELA
68.9%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
50.4%

* 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: 8.2/10.

How Jhs 78 Roy H Mann Compares

See how Jhs 78 Roy H Mann performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
53th percentile in NY
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
4.8/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
70%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.4%

Location

1420 E 68TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11234

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jhs 78 Roy H Mann may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ACADEMY FOR CONSERVATION AND THE ENVIRONMENT (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 236 MILL BASIN (rated 7.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 312 BERGEN BEACH (rated 6.5/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - BERGEN BEACH Brooklyn 0.0 mi 6.1
ST BERNARD CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.2 mi 5.6
PS 312 BERGEN BEACH Brooklyn 0.2 mi 6.5
YESHIVAH OF CROWN HEIGHTS Brooklyn 0.3 mi 5.9
PS 236 MILL BASIN Brooklyn 0.3 mi 7.8
HEBREW LANGUAGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.6 mi 6.2
PS 203 FLOYD BENNETT SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.7 mi 6.4
EISEK HATORAH D'RACHMISTRIVKA Brooklyn 0.9 mi 5.7
BROOKLYN COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE AND EQUITY Brooklyn 0.9 mi 5.5
BROOKLYN BRIDGE ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.9 mi 5.6
BROOKLYN THEATRE ARTS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.9 mi 6.5
VICTORY COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.9 mi 6.5
ACADEMY FOR CONSERVATION AND THE ENVIRONMENT Brooklyn 0.9 mi 8.5
PS 276 LOUIS MARSHALL Brooklyn 0.9 mi 5.5
IS 68 ISAAC BILDERSEE Brooklyn 1.0 mi 4.6
PS 251 PAERDEGAT Brooklyn 0.9 mi 3.0
PS 326 Brooklyn 0.9 mi 4.5
PS 207 ELIZABETH G LEARY Brooklyn 1.0 mi 5.8
PS 115 DANIEL MUCATEL SCHOOL Brooklyn 1.3 mi 5.9
MIDWOOD CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn 1.2 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11234 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$94,434

Median Home Value

$746,800

Median Rent

$1,771/mo

Population

87,778

College Educated

38.8%

Homeownership

67.3%

Avg Commute

46.8 min

Poverty Rate

9.7%

Median Age

43.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jhs 78 Roy H Mann

What grades does Jhs 78 Roy H Mann serve?

Jhs 78 Roy H Mann serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Jhs 78 Roy H Mann?

Jhs 78 Roy H Mann has an enrollment of approximately 581 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jhs 78 Roy H Mann?

The student-teacher ratio at Jhs 78 Roy H Mann is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jhs 78 Roy H Mann rank in NY?

Jhs 78 Roy H Mann ranks #2,210 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Jhs 78 Roy H Mann's MySchoolScout rating?

Jhs 78 Roy H Mann 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 78 Roy H Mann?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jhs 78 Roy H Mann has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Jhs 78 Roy H Mann a charter school?

No, Jhs 78 Roy H Mann is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Jhs 78 Roy H Mann a Title I school?

No, Jhs 78 Roy H Mann is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jhs 78 Roy H Mann?

70.2% of students at Jhs 78 Roy H Mann qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
90 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
73 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
581
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
70.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Kings County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.4%

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