Needs Improvement
#4664 of 4,742 schools in NY
MS 394
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17
188 ROCHESTER AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11213
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,664 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#558 of 570
public schools
In district
#48 of 49
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17
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MS 394
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About MS 394
MS 394 is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17. MS 394 serves approximately 230 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. MS 394 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10 and ranks #4,664 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for MS 394 show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 2.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.6
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
69% of students at MS 394 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 394 — Students at MS 394 score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 36 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: 3.2/10.
How MS 394 Compares
See how MS 394 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
188 ROCHESTER AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11213
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering MS 394 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 770 NEW AMERICAN ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 191 PAUL ROBESON (rated 7.7/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NEW BRIDGES ELEMENTARY (rated 7.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11213 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,040
Median Home Value
$1,184,400
Median Rent
$1,607/mo
Population
69,630
College Educated
34%
Homeownership
15.5%
Avg Commute
43.4 min
Poverty Rate
22.3%
Median Age
34.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about MS 394
What grades does MS 394 serve?
MS 394 serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend MS 394?
MS 394 has an enrollment of approximately 230 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at MS 394?
The student-teacher ratio at MS 394 is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does MS 394 rank in NY?
MS 394 ranks #4,664 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is MS 394's MySchoolScout rating?
MS 394 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 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 MS 394?
Based on loaded state assessment records, MS 394 has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is MS 394 a charter school?
No, MS 394 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is MS 394 a Title I school?
No, MS 394 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for MS 394?
91.3% of students at MS 394 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 230
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 68.7%
- Phone
- (718) 756-3164
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17- District Enrollment
- 17,805
- Schools in District
- 49
- District Rank
- #48 of 49
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