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#3194 of 4,742 schools in NY
MS 266 Park Place Community Middle School
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13
62 PARK PL, Brooklyn, NY 11217
Enrollment
81
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
81
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,194 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#398 of 570
public schools
In district
#26 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13
Academic growth
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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MS 266 Park Place Community Middle School
Middle School in Brooklyn · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About MS 266 Park Place Community Middle School
MS 266 Park Place Community Middle School is a public middle school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13. MS 266 Park Place Community Middle School serves approximately 81 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 5.1:1 student-teacher ratio. MS 266 Park Place Community Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,194 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for MS 266 Park Place Community Middle School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 81 students, MS 266 Park Place Community Middle School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at MS 266 Park Place Community 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 5.1:1 students to teachers, MS 266 Park Place Community Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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MS 266 Park Place Community Middle School — Students at MS 266 Park Place Community Middle School score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 30 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: 7.5/10.
How MS 266 Park Place Community Middle School Compares
See how MS 266 Park Place Community Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
62 PARK PL, Brooklyn, NY 11217
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering MS 266 Park Place Community Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MATH AND SCIENCE EXPLORATORY SCHOOL (THE) (rated 8.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MS 51 WILLIAM ALEXANDER (rated 6.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BROOKLYN INDEPENDENT (rated 6.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 77 Brooklyn | 0.0 mi | 4.4 |
| PS 282 PARK SLOPE Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| PS 133 WILLIAM A BUTLER Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 8.2 |
| BROOKLYN HIGH SCHOOL OF THE ARTS Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| MATH AND SCIENCE EXPLORATORY SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| IS 340 Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 321 WILLIAM PENN Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| MUSE ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| BROOKLYN INDEPENDENT Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| KHALIL GIBRAN INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| PS 753 SCHOOL FOR CAREER DEVELOPMENT Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 3.4 |
| LURIA ACADEMY OF BROOKLYN Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| PS 38 PACIFIC (THE) Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| PS 372 CHILDREN'S SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| JOHN JAY SCHOOL FOR LAW Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| PARK SLOPE COLLEGIATE Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| CYBERARTS STUDIO ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| MILLENNIUM BROOKLYN HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| BROOKLYN TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| MS 51 WILLIAM ALEXANDER Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11217 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$158,314
Median Home Value
$1,614,200
Median Rent
$2,800/mo
Population
42,569
College Educated
73%
Homeownership
28.9%
Avg Commute
35.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
35.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| COLLEGIATE ACADEMY-MATH-PERSONAL AWA Brooklyn, NY | 5.4 |
| NEW DESIGN MIDDLE SCHOOL New York, NY | 5.5 |
| RONALD EDMONDS LEARNING CENTER II Brooklyn, NY | 5.5 |
| KAPPA V (KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREP ACADEMY) Brooklyn, NY | 5.3 |
| NORA CRONIN PRESENTATION ACADEMY Newburgh, NY | 5.3 |
| CONQUEST MENNONITE SCHOOL Port Byron, NY | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about MS 266 Park Place Community Middle School
What grades does MS 266 Park Place Community Middle School serve?
MS 266 Park Place Community Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend MS 266 Park Place Community Middle School?
MS 266 Park Place Community Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 81 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at MS 266 Park Place Community Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at MS 266 Park Place Community Middle School is 5.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does MS 266 Park Place Community Middle School rank in NY?
MS 266 Park Place Community Middle School ranks #3,194 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is MS 266 Park Place Community Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
MS 266 Park Place Community Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 266 Park Place Community Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, MS 266 Park Place Community Middle School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is MS 266 Park Place Community Middle School a charter school?
No, MS 266 Park Place Community Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is MS 266 Park Place Community Middle School a Title I school?
No, MS 266 Park Place Community Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for MS 266 Park Place Community Middle School?
85.2% of students at MS 266 Park Place Community 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 81
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.1%
- Phone
- (718) 230-1216
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13- District Enrollment
- 19,232
- Schools in District
- 41
- District Rank
- #26 of 40
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