Very Good
#964 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 20% in state
Jhs 88 Peter Rouget
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15
544 7TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11215
Enrollment
918
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
7.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
918
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
7.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#964 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#100 of 570
public schools
In district
#21 of 49
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Jhs 88 Peter Rouget
Jhs 88 Peter Rouget is a public middle school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15. Jhs 88 Peter Rouget serves approximately 918 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Jhs 88 Peter Rouget has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #964 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Jhs 88 Peter Rouget show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 7.2
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Jhs 88 Peter Rouget 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 88 Peter Rouget — Students at Jhs 88 Peter Rouget score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.1%
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: 8.9/10.
How Jhs 88 Peter Rouget Compares
See how Jhs 88 Peter Rouget performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
544 7TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11215
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jhs 88 Peter Rouget may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MS 442 CARROLL GARDENS SCHOOL FOR INNOVATION (rated 8.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BROOKLYN URBAN GARDEN CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NEW VOICES SCHOOL OF ACADEMIC AND CREATIVE ARTS (rated 7.8/10), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 295 Brooklyn | 0.0 mi | 6.9 |
| NEW VOICES SCHOOL OF ACADEMIC AND CREATIVE ARTS Brooklyn | 0.0 mi | 7.8 |
| PS 53 Brooklyn | 0.0 mi | 3.6 |
| MAGNET SCHOOL OF MATH SCIENCE & DESIGN TECHNOLOGY Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 8.0 |
| MESILAS BAIS YAAKOV Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| HELLENIC CLASSICAL CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| MS 442 CARROLL GARDENS SCHOOL FOR INNOVATION Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 8.9 |
| BROOKLYN URBAN GARDEN CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 8.8 |
| AL-NOOR SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| PS 124 SILAS B DUTCHER Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| PS 107 JOHN W KIMBALL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| ST JOSEPH THE WORKER CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| PS 39 HENRY BRISTOW Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 9.0 |
| MAURICE SENDAK COMMUNITY SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| MS 51 WILLIAM ALEXANDER Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| PS 172 BEACON SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 8.6 |
| WINDSOR TERRACE SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| JOHN JAY SCHOOL FOR LAW Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| PARK SLOPE COLLEGIATE Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| CYBERARTS STUDIO ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11215 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$180,773
Median Home Value
$1,674,700
Median Rent
$2,803/mo
Population
70,922
College Educated
80.2%
Homeownership
40.9%
Avg Commute
38.5 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
37.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FELIX FESTA DETERMINATION MIDDLE SCHOOL West Nyack, NY | 7.7 |
| HOWARD L GOFF SCHOOL East Greenbush, NY | 7.7 |
| NYACK MIDDLE SCHOOL Nyack, NY | 7.7 |
| OLDFIELD MIDDLE SCHOOL Greenlawn, NY | 7.7 |
| WELLWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL Fayetteville, NY | 7.7 |
| WILLIAM T ROGERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Kings Park, NY | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jhs 88 Peter Rouget
What grades does Jhs 88 Peter Rouget serve?
Jhs 88 Peter Rouget serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Jhs 88 Peter Rouget?
Jhs 88 Peter Rouget has an enrollment of approximately 918 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jhs 88 Peter Rouget?
The student-teacher ratio at Jhs 88 Peter Rouget is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jhs 88 Peter Rouget rank in NY?
Jhs 88 Peter Rouget ranks #964 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Jhs 88 Peter Rouget's MySchoolScout rating?
Jhs 88 Peter Rouget has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 88 Peter Rouget?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jhs 88 Peter Rouget has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Jhs 88 Peter Rouget a charter school?
No, Jhs 88 Peter Rouget is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jhs 88 Peter Rouget a Title I school?
No, Jhs 88 Peter Rouget is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jhs 88 Peter Rouget?
65.1% of students at Jhs 88 Peter Rouget 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
- 918
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 82
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.7%
- Phone
- (718) 788-4482
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15- District Enrollment
- 26,808
- Schools in District
- 49
- District Rank
- #21 of 49
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