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#2625 of 4,742 schools in NY
Riverdale Avenue Middle School
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #23
76 RIVERDALE AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11212
Enrollment
117
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
6.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
117
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
6.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,625 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#334 of 570
public schools
In district
#13 of 28
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #23
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Riverdale Avenue Middle School
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About Riverdale Avenue Middle School
Riverdale Avenue Middle School is a public middle school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #23. Riverdale Avenue Middle School serves approximately 117 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Riverdale Avenue Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,625 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Riverdale Avenue Middle School show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 117 students, Riverdale Avenue Middle School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Riverdale Avenue Middle School 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.
At 8.4:1 students to teachers, Riverdale Avenue Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Riverdale Avenue Middle School — Students at Riverdale Avenue Middle School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.3/10.
How Riverdale Avenue Middle School Compares
See how Riverdale Avenue Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
76 RIVERDALE AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11212
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Riverdale Avenue Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MIDDLE SCHOOL FOR ART AND PHILOSPHY (rated 6.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is KAPPA V (KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREP ACADEMY) (rated 5.3/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MOTT HALL BRIDGES ACADEMY (rated 5.2/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RIVERDALE AVENUE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.0 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 165 IDA POSNER Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| TEACHERS PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY VII HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| PS 41 FRANCIS WHITE Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| MOTT HALL IV Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 3.8 |
| PS/IS 323 Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 3.3 |
| MOTT HALL BRIDGES ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| MIDDLE SCHOOL FOR ART AND PHILOSPHY Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| EAST BROOKLYN COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 156 WAVERLY Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| IS 392 Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| BROOKLYN ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| CULTURAL ARTS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL AT SPRING CREEK Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| SID MILLER ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| KAPPA V (KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREP ACADEMY) Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| BROOKLYN DEMOCRACY ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| METROPOLITAN DIPLOMA PLUS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| LEADERSHIP PREPARATORY BROWNSVILLE CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| PS 327 DR ROSE B ENGLISH Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11212 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,060
Median Home Value
$549,400
Median Rent
$1,231/mo
Population
87,946
College Educated
16.4%
Homeownership
13.8%
Avg Commute
50.1 min
Poverty Rate
33.7%
Median Age
35.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRONX MATHEMATICS PREPARATORY SCHOOL (THE) Bronx, NY | 6.0 |
| CUBA-RUSHFORD MIDDLE SCHOOL Cuba, NY | 6.0 |
| ELIJAH STROUD MIDDLE SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 5.9 |
| IS 340 Brooklyn, NY | 6.1 |
| JOHN ERICSSON MIDDLE SCHOOL 126 Brooklyn, NY | 5.9 |
| MS 267 MATH SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY Brooklyn, NY | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Riverdale Avenue Middle School
What grades does Riverdale Avenue Middle School serve?
Riverdale Avenue Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Riverdale Avenue Middle School?
Riverdale Avenue Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 117 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverdale Avenue Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Riverdale Avenue Middle School is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Riverdale Avenue Middle School rank in NY?
Riverdale Avenue Middle School ranks #2,625 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Riverdale Avenue Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Riverdale Avenue Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Riverdale Avenue Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Riverdale Avenue Middle School has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
Is Riverdale Avenue Middle School a charter school?
No, Riverdale Avenue Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Riverdale Avenue Middle School a Title I school?
No, Riverdale Avenue Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Riverdale Avenue Middle School?
97.4% of students at Riverdale Avenue 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
- 117
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.0%
- Phone
- (718) 346-0764
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #23- District Enrollment
- 8,334
- Schools in District
- 28
- District Rank
- #13 of 28
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