Very Good
#1558 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 33% in state
New Heights Middle School
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17
790 E NEW YORK AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11203
Enrollment
223
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
223
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,558 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#185 of 570
public schools
In district
#16 of 49
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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New Heights Middle School
Middle School in Brooklyn · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About New Heights Middle School
New Heights Middle School is a public middle school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17. New Heights Middle School serves approximately 223 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. New Heights Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,558 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for New Heights Middle School show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 6.2
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, New Heights Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
40% of students at New Heights 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
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New Heights Middle School — Students at New Heights Middle School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 18 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.
How New Heights Middle School Compares
See how New Heights Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
790 E NEW YORK AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11203
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Heights Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. PS 770 NEW AMERICAN ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is NEW BRIDGES ELEMENTARY (rated 7.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HIGH SCHOOL FOR PUBLIC SERVICE-HEROES OF TOMORROW (rated 7.5/10, 0.4 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 |
|---|---|---|
| ACHIEVEMENT FIRST CROWN HEIGHTS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.0 mi | 6.5 |
| PS 221 TOUSSAINT L'OUVERTURE Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 4.8 |
| PS 91 ALBANY AVENUE SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| YESHIVAS TOMCHEI TMIMIM Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| LUBAVITCHER YESHIVA Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR PUBLIC SERVICE-HEROES OF TOMORROW Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| SCHOOL FOR HUMAN RIGHTS (THE) Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| BROOKLYN INSTITUTE FOR LIBERAL ARTS Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| NEW BRIDGES ELEMENTARY Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| PS 235 JANICE MARIE KNIGHT SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| MIDDLE SCHOOL OF MEDIA LAW AND FINE ARTS (THE) Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| KINGS COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| BATTALION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| PS 398 WALTER WEAVER Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 3.3 |
| PS 770 NEW AMERICAN ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| GAN ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| CHABAD GIRLS ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | — |
| BNOS CHOMESH Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 135 SHELDON A BROOKNER Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| ST MARK'S DAY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,028
Median Home Value
$677,700
Median Rent
$1,566/mo
Population
76,853
College Educated
25.9%
Homeownership
39.4%
Avg Commute
46 min
Poverty Rate
16%
Median Age
43.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AKRON MIDDLE SCHOOL Akron, NY | 7.1 |
| CENTER MORICHES MIDDLE SCHOOL Center Moriches, NY | 7.1 |
| CLINTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Clinton, NY | 7.1 |
| HIGHLAND PARK COMMUNITY SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.1 |
| BROOKLYN GREEN SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn, NY | 7.0 |
| CORTLAND JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Cortland, NY | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Heights Middle School
What grades does New Heights Middle School serve?
New Heights Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend New Heights Middle School?
New Heights Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 223 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Heights Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at New Heights Middle School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does New Heights Middle School rank in NY?
New Heights Middle School ranks #1,558 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is New Heights Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
New Heights Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 New Heights Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, New Heights Middle School has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
Is New Heights Middle School a charter school?
No, New Heights Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is New Heights Middle School a Title I school?
No, New Heights Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New Heights Middle School?
91.9% of students at New Heights 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 223
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.5%
- Phone
- (718) 467-4501
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17- District Enrollment
- 17,805
- Schools in District
- 49
- District Rank
- #16 of 49
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