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#2809 of 4,742 schools in NY
Parkside Preparatory Academy
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17
655 PARKSIDE AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11226
Enrollment
269
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
269
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,809 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#354 of 570
public schools
In district
#32 of 49
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17
Academic growth
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About Parkside Preparatory Academy
Parkside Preparatory Academy is a public middle school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17. Parkside Preparatory Academy serves approximately 269 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Parkside Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,809 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Parkside Preparatory Academy show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
52% of students at Parkside Preparatory Academy 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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Parkside Preparatory Academy — Students at Parkside Preparatory Academy 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
91.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 7.2/10.
How Parkside Preparatory Academy Compares
See how Parkside Preparatory Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
655 PARKSIDE AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11226
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Parkside Preparatory Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MS 246 WALT WHITMAN (rated 5.5/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is MS 61 DR GLADSTONE H ATWELL (rated 5.4/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ACHIEVEMENT FIRST VOYAGER CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 0.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11226 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,084
Median Home Value
$866,300
Median Rent
$1,751/mo
Population
100,022
College Educated
36.2%
Homeownership
13.5%
Avg Commute
46.8 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
36.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Parkside Preparatory Academy
What grades does Parkside Preparatory Academy serve?
Parkside Preparatory Academy serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Parkside Preparatory Academy?
Parkside Preparatory Academy has an enrollment of approximately 269 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Parkside Preparatory Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Parkside Preparatory Academy is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Parkside Preparatory Academy rank in NY?
Parkside Preparatory Academy ranks #2,809 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Parkside Preparatory Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Parkside Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Parkside Preparatory Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Parkside Preparatory Academy has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Parkside Preparatory Academy a charter school?
No, Parkside Preparatory Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Parkside Preparatory Academy a Title I school?
No, Parkside Preparatory Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Parkside Preparatory Academy?
91.8% of students at Parkside Preparatory Academy 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
- 269
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.0%
- Phone
- (718) 462-6992
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17- District Enrollment
- 17,805
- Schools in District
- 49
- District Rank
- #32 of 49
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