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MS 247 Dual Language Middle School

Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3

100 W 77TH ST, New York, NY 10024

Enrollment

206

Student-Teacher

8.6:1

Score

6.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,473 of 4,742

In New York

#209 of 346

public schools

In district

#31 of 42

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3

Equity

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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MS 247 Dual Language Middle School

6.1/10

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

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About MS 247 Dual Language Middle School

MS 247 Dual Language Middle School is a public middle school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3. MS 247 Dual Language Middle School serves approximately 206 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. MS 247 Dual Language Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,473 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for MS 247 Dual Language Middle School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 8.6:1 students to teachers, MS 247 Dual Language Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

52% of students at MS 247 Dual Language 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.13 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-10.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.2 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+8.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.6:1
Chronic Absenteeism51.5%

MS 247 Dual Language Middle School — Students at MS 247 Dual Language Middle School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

95.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 39.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 35.9% (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
92%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
27%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
27%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
12%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
17%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
34.5%
2021*
Math
14.5%
ELA
34.9%
2022
Math
29.4%
ELA
59.6%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How MS 247 Dual Language Middle School Compares

See how MS 247 Dual Language Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
48th percentile in NY
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
95%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
51.5%

Location

100 W 77TH ST, New York, NY 10024

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering MS 247 Dual Language Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MS 245 COMPUTER SCHOOL (THE) (rated 8.4/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is MS 243 CENTER SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BAIS YAAKOV BNOS ALIYA (rated 6.2/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.4 mi
School Distance Rating
MS 245 COMPUTER SCHOOL (THE) New York 0.0 mi 8.4
ANDERSON SCHOOL (THE) New York 0.0 mi 8.0
PS 87 WILLIAM SHERMAN New York 0.1 mi 7.5
THE PARKSIDE SCHOOL New York 0.2 mi 7.0
ROBERT LOUIS STEVENSON SCHOOL New York 0.2 mi 7.0
CALHOUN SCHOOL New York 0.3 mi 7.4
PS 811 MICKEY MANTLE SCHOOL New York 0.4 mi 4.0
MS 243 CENTER SCHOOL New York 0.3 mi 7.6
PS 9 SARAH ANDERSON New York 0.3 mi 7.8
INNOVATION DIPLOMA PLUS New York 0.4 mi 6.8
GLOBAL LEARNING COLLABORATIVE (THE) New York 0.4 mi 7.7
URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL FOR GREEN CAREERS (THE) New York 0.4 mi 7.5
FRANK MCCOURT HIGH SCHOOL New York 0.4 mi 7.3
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-UPPER WEST New York 0.4 mi 7.5
BAIS YAAKOV BNOS ALIYA New York 0.4 mi 6.2
MANHATTAN COUNTRY SCHOOL New York 0.4 mi 4.7
WEST END DAY SCHOOL New York 0.4 mi 6.4
FUSION ACADEMY MANHATTAN - UPPER WEST SIDE New York 0.5 mi 8.1
MANHATTAN STAR ACADEMY New York 0.4 mi 7.1
PS 199 JESSIE ISADOR STRAUS New York 0.4 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10024 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$182,614

Median Home Value

$1,746,400

Median Rent

$2,965/mo

Population

62,576

College Educated

84.2%

Homeownership

38.7%

Avg Commute

31.8 min

Poverty Rate

7.8%

Median Age

44.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MS 247 Dual Language Middle School

What grades does MS 247 Dual Language Middle School serve?

MS 247 Dual Language Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend MS 247 Dual Language Middle School?

MS 247 Dual Language Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 206 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at MS 247 Dual Language Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at MS 247 Dual Language Middle School is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does MS 247 Dual Language Middle School rank in NY?

MS 247 Dual Language Middle School ranks #2,473 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is MS 247 Dual Language Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

MS 247 Dual Language Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 247 Dual Language Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, MS 247 Dual Language Middle School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is MS 247 Dual Language Middle School a charter school?

No, MS 247 Dual Language Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is MS 247 Dual Language Middle School a Title I school?

No, MS 247 Dual Language Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for MS 247 Dual Language Middle School?

95.1% of students at MS 247 Dual Language 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
99 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
89 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
206
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
95.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
New York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
51.5%

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