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#3108 of 4,742 schools in NY
MS 246 Walt Whitman
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17
72 VERONICA PL, Brooklyn, NY 11226
Enrollment
346
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
5.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
346
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
5.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,108 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#388 of 570
public schools
In district
#34 of 49
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17
Academic growth
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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MS 246 Walt Whitman
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About MS 246 Walt Whitman
MS 246 Walt Whitman is a public middle school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17. MS 246 Walt Whitman serves approximately 346 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. MS 246 Walt Whitman has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,108 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for MS 246 Walt Whitman show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at MS 246 Walt Whitman 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.
47% of students at MS 246 Walt Whitman 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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MS 246 Walt Whitman — Students at MS 246 Walt Whitman score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87%
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: 7.8/10.
How MS 246 Walt Whitman Compares
See how MS 246 Walt Whitman performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
72 VERONICA PL, Brooklyn, NY 11226
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering MS 246 Walt Whitman may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. PARKSIDE PREPARATORY ACADEMY (rated 5.8/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ACHIEVEMENT FIRST VOYAGER CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11226 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,084
Median Home Value
$866,300
Median Rent
$1,751/mo
Population
100,022
College Educated
36.2%
Homeownership
13.5%
Avg Commute
46.8 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
36.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about MS 246 Walt Whitman
What grades does MS 246 Walt Whitman serve?
MS 246 Walt Whitman serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend MS 246 Walt Whitman?
MS 246 Walt Whitman has an enrollment of approximately 346 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at MS 246 Walt Whitman?
The student-teacher ratio at MS 246 Walt Whitman is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does MS 246 Walt Whitman rank in NY?
MS 246 Walt Whitman ranks #3,108 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is MS 246 Walt Whitman's MySchoolScout rating?
MS 246 Walt Whitman has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 MS 246 Walt Whitman?
Based on loaded state assessment records, MS 246 Walt Whitman has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is MS 246 Walt Whitman a charter school?
No, MS 246 Walt Whitman is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is MS 246 Walt Whitman a Title I school?
No, MS 246 Walt Whitman is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for MS 246 Walt Whitman?
87.0% of students at MS 246 Walt Whitman 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
- 346
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.8%
- Phone
- (718) 282-5230
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17- District Enrollment
- 17,805
- Schools in District
- 49
- District Rank
- #34 of 49
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