Excellent
#209 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 4% in state
MS 936 Arts Off 3rd
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20
270 59TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11220
Enrollment
463
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
8.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
463
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
8.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#209 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#16 of 570
public schools
In district
#6 of 45
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About MS 936 Arts Off 3rd
MS 936 Arts Off 3rd is a public middle school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20. MS 936 Arts Off 3rd serves approximately 463 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. MS 936 Arts Off 3rd has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #209 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for MS 936 Arts Off 3rd show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 8.3
- NY avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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MS 936 Arts Off 3rd — Students at MS 936 Arts Off 3rd score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 8 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.9/10.
How MS 936 Arts Off 3rd Compares
See how MS 936 Arts Off 3rd performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
270 59TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11220
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering MS 936 Arts Off 3rd may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. IS 136 CHARLES O DEWEY (rated 5.3/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, SUNSET PARK PREP (rated 5.2/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11220 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,201
Median Home Value
$1,021,200
Median Rent
$1,688/mo
Population
90,792
College Educated
25.4%
Homeownership
27.6%
Avg Commute
43.6 min
Poverty Rate
23.3%
Median Age
37.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about MS 936 Arts Off 3rd
What grades does MS 936 Arts Off 3rd serve?
MS 936 Arts Off 3rd serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend MS 936 Arts Off 3rd?
MS 936 Arts Off 3rd has an enrollment of approximately 463 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at MS 936 Arts Off 3rd?
The student-teacher ratio at MS 936 Arts Off 3rd is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does MS 936 Arts Off 3rd rank in NY?
MS 936 Arts Off 3rd ranks #209 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is MS 936 Arts Off 3rd's MySchoolScout rating?
MS 936 Arts Off 3rd has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 936 Arts Off 3rd?
Based on loaded state assessment records, MS 936 Arts Off 3rd has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is MS 936 Arts Off 3rd a charter school?
No, MS 936 Arts Off 3rd is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is MS 936 Arts Off 3rd a Title I school?
No, MS 936 Arts Off 3rd is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for MS 936 Arts Off 3rd?
77.1% of students at MS 936 Arts Off 3rd 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
- 463
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.2%
- Phone
- (347) 646-5160
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20- District Enrollment
- 46,673
- Schools in District
- 45
- District Rank
- #6 of 45
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