Below Average
#3632 of 4,742 schools in NY
MS 53 Brian Piccolo
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
10-45 NAMEOKE ST, Far Rockaway, NY 11691
Enrollment
241
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
241
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,632 of 4,742
In Far Rockaway
#8 of 16
public schools
In district
#38 of 63
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
Academic growth
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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MS 53 Brian Piccolo
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About MS 53 Brian Piccolo
MS 53 Brian Piccolo is a public middle school in Far Rockaway, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27. MS 53 Brian Piccolo serves approximately 241 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. MS 53 Brian Piccolo has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,632 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for MS 53 Brian Piccolo show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.1
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at MS 53 Brian Piccolo 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.
56% of students at MS 53 Brian Piccolo 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 53 Brian Piccolo — Students at MS 53 Brian Piccolo score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 33 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: 7.3/10.
How MS 53 Brian Piccolo Compares
See how MS 53 Brian Piccolo performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
10-45 NAMEOKE ST, Far Rockaway, NY 11691
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering MS 53 Brian Piccolo may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREPARATORY ACADEMY VI (rated 6.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, VILLAGE ACADEMY (rated 5.7/10), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Far Rockaway, see our Far Rockaway schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11691 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,027
Median Home Value
$649,400
Median Rent
$1,444/mo
Population
68,704
College Educated
23.3%
Homeownership
28.9%
Avg Commute
45 min
Poverty Rate
20.8%
Median Age
36
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| BRONX ACADEMY FOR MULTI-MEDIA Bronx, NY | 4.9 |
| DRYDEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Dryden, NY | 4.9 |
| EAST NEW YORK MIDDLE SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Brooklyn, NY | 4.9 |
| EMBLAZE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 4.9 |
| IS 206 ANN MERSEREAU Bronx, NY | 4.9 |
| JHS 143 ELEANOR ROOSEVELT New York, NY | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about MS 53 Brian Piccolo
What grades does MS 53 Brian Piccolo serve?
MS 53 Brian Piccolo serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend MS 53 Brian Piccolo?
MS 53 Brian Piccolo has an enrollment of approximately 241 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at MS 53 Brian Piccolo?
The student-teacher ratio at MS 53 Brian Piccolo is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does MS 53 Brian Piccolo rank in NY?
MS 53 Brian Piccolo ranks #3,632 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is MS 53 Brian Piccolo's MySchoolScout rating?
MS 53 Brian Piccolo has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 53 Brian Piccolo?
Based on loaded state assessment records, MS 53 Brian Piccolo has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is MS 53 Brian Piccolo a charter school?
No, MS 53 Brian Piccolo is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is MS 53 Brian Piccolo a Title I school?
No, MS 53 Brian Piccolo is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for MS 53 Brian Piccolo?
96.3% of students at MS 53 Brian Piccolo 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
- 241
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.6%
- Phone
- (718) 471-6900
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27- District Enrollment
- 41,663
- Schools in District
- 63
- District Rank
- #38 of 63
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