Average
#2118 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 45% in state
Madiba Prep Middle School
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #16
1014 LAFAYETTE AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11221
Enrollment
212
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
212
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,118 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#274 of 570
public schools
In district
#9 of 23
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #16
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Madiba Prep Middle School
Madiba Prep Middle School is a public middle school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #16. Madiba Prep Middle School serves approximately 212 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 6.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Madiba Prep Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,118 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Madiba Prep Middle School show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Madiba Prep Middle 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 6.4:1 students to teachers, Madiba Prep Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
50% of students at Madiba Prep Middle 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
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Madiba Prep Middle School — Students at Madiba Prep Middle School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 18 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.
How Madiba Prep Middle School Compares
See how Madiba Prep Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1014 LAFAYETTE AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11221
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Madiba Prep Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-BED STUY 3 (rated 7.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MS 267 MATH SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (rated 6.1/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, BEDFORD STUYVESANT COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 5.0/10, 0.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11221 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,122
Median Home Value
$1,061,400
Median Rent
$2,055/mo
Population
90,750
College Educated
42%
Homeownership
21.7%
Avg Commute
42.8 min
Poverty Rate
21.9%
Median Age
32.8
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| IS 528 BEA FULLER RODGERS SCHOOL New York, NY | 6.5 |
| ISAAC NEWTON MIDDLE SCHOOL FOR MATH AND SCIENCE New York, NY | 6.5 |
| MS 35 STEPHEN DECATUR Brooklyn, NY | 6.5 |
| NEW YORK CITY CHARTER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS New York, NY | 6.5 |
| SOUTH BRONX INTERNATIONAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Madiba Prep Middle School
What grades does Madiba Prep Middle School serve?
Madiba Prep Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Madiba Prep Middle School?
Madiba Prep Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 212 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Madiba Prep Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Madiba Prep Middle School is 6.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Madiba Prep Middle School rank in NY?
Madiba Prep Middle School ranks #2,118 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Madiba Prep Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Madiba Prep Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Madiba Prep Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Madiba Prep Middle School has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
Is Madiba Prep Middle School a charter school?
No, Madiba Prep Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Madiba Prep Middle School a Title I school?
No, Madiba Prep Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Madiba Prep Middle School?
91.5% of students at Madiba Prep Middle 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 212
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.5%
- Phone
- (718) 574-2804
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #16- District Enrollment
- 5,827
- Schools in District
- 23
- District Rank
- #9 of 23
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