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#3705 of 4,742 schools in NY

Juan Morel Campos Secondary School

High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14

215 HEYWARD ST, Brooklyn, NY 11206

Enrollment

474

Student-Teacher

7.5:1

Score

4.8

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,705 of 4,742

In Brooklyn

#453 of 570

public schools

In district

#31 of 38

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Juan Morel Campos Secondary School

4.8/10

High School in Brooklyn · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Juan Morel Campos Secondary School

Juan Morel Campos Secondary School is a public high school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14. Juan Morel Campos Secondary School serves approximately 474 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Juan Morel Campos Secondary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,705 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Juan Morel Campos Secondary School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.1 pts below district
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Juan Morel Campos Secondary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

At 7.5:1 students to teachers, Juan Morel Campos Secondary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

78% of students at Juan Morel Campos Secondary School 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 · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+1.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendImproving
Academics3.3Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency19% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-17.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile14th
College Readiness3.7Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate72%
AP Participation6.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.1Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio7.5:1
Chronic Absenteeism78.3%

Juan Morel Campos Secondary School — Students at Juan Morel Campos Secondary School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

92.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 35.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 38.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 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
65%
ELA
38%
2010
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2011
Math
39%
ELA
28%
2012
Math
16%
ELA
20%
2013
Math
9%
ELA
13%
2014
Math
20%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
33%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
33%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
64.5%
ELA
74.5%
2021*
Math
64.5%
ELA
74.5%
2022
Math
8%
ELA
30.6%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How Juan Morel Campos Secondary School Compares

See how Juan Morel Campos Secondary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.8/10
22th percentile in NY
Academic
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Sports
3
2 boys' · 1 girls'
Advanced STEM
2/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
93%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
63 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
78.3%

Programs & Offerings

Athletics3sports offered
2 boys'·1 girls'·3 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses2 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

215 HEYWARD ST, Brooklyn, NY 11206

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Juan Morel Campos Secondary School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BROOKLYN ARBOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is IS 318 EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS (rated 7.1/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, YESHIVA TZEMACH TZADIK VIZNITZ (rated 6.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.5 mi
School Distance Rating
BEGINNING WITH CHILDREN CHARTER SCHOOL II Brooklyn 0.0 mi 4.7
BNOS YAAKOV EDUCATIONAL CENTER Brooklyn 0.1 mi 3.9
PS 380 JOHN WAYNE ELEMENTARY Brooklyn 0.1 mi 4.2
TALMUD TORAH TIFERES YISROEL INC Brooklyn 0.2 mi 4.1
TALMUD TORAH OF KASHO Brooklyn 0.2 mi 6.2
EL PUENTE ACADEMY FOR PEACE AND JUSTICE Brooklyn 0.2 mi 4.6
MOSDOS CHASIDEI SQUARE Brooklyn 0.2 mi 4.2
IS 318 EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS Brooklyn 0.3 mi 7.1
PS 319 Brooklyn 0.4 mi 4.6
BETH CHANA SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.4 mi 5.2
BROOKLYN ARBOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.4 mi 8.0
YESHIVA YESODE HATORAH Brooklyn 0.3 mi 5.6
YESHIVA TZEMACH TZADIK VIZNITZ Brooklyn 0.4 mi 6.9
YESHIVA JESODE HATORAH WILSON Brooklyn 0.4 mi 3.8
BAIS RUCHEL DSATMAR GIRLS SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 3.9
TALMUD TORAH TZEMACH TZADIK VIZNITZ Brooklyn 0.4 mi 6.4
PS 297 ABRAHAM STOCKTON Brooklyn 0.5 mi 6.6
PS 250 GEORGE H LINDSAY Brooklyn 0.5 mi 4.9
PS 16 LEONARD DUNKLY Brooklyn 0.5 mi 3.6
WILLIAMSBURG COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,280

Median Home Value

$822,100

Median Rent

$1,558/mo

Population

89,231

College Educated

36.3%

Homeownership

10.9%

Avg Commute

36.5 min

Poverty Rate

33.1%

Median Age

30.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Juan Morel Campos Secondary School

What grades does Juan Morel Campos Secondary School serve?

Juan Morel Campos Secondary School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Juan Morel Campos Secondary School?

Juan Morel Campos Secondary School has an enrollment of approximately 474 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Juan Morel Campos Secondary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Juan Morel Campos Secondary School is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Juan Morel Campos Secondary School rank in NY?

Juan Morel Campos Secondary School ranks #3,705 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Juan Morel Campos Secondary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Juan Morel Campos Secondary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Juan Morel Campos Secondary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Juan Morel Campos Secondary School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Juan Morel Campos Secondary School a charter school?

No, Juan Morel Campos Secondary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Juan Morel Campos Secondary School a Title I school?

No, Juan Morel Campos Secondary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Juan Morel Campos Secondary School?

92.8% of students at Juan Morel Campos Secondary School 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
85 Very Walkable
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
74 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
474
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
63
Free/Reduced Lunch
92.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Kings County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
78.3%
4-Year Graduation
72.0%

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