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#3378 of 4,742 schools in NY
Sunset Park Prep
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15
4004 4TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11232
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,378 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#419 of 570
public schools
In district
#45 of 49
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15
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Sunset Park Prep
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About Sunset Park Prep
Sunset Park Prep is a public middle school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15. Sunset Park Prep serves approximately 436 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunset Park Prep has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,378 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Sunset Park Prep show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 9.3:1 students to teachers, Sunset Park Prep sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
39% of students at Sunset Park Prep 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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Sunset Park Prep — Students at Sunset Park Prep score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.9%
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: 5.3/10.
How Sunset Park Prep Compares
See how Sunset Park Prep performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4004 4TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11232
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunset Park Prep may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. JHS 220 JOHN J PERSHING (rated 9.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MS 936 ARTS OFF 3RD (rated 8.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IS 136 CHARLES O DEWEY (rated 5.3/10), with a very similar rating. 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 11232 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,517
Median Home Value
$782,500
Median Rent
$1,972/mo
Population
26,681
College Educated
36.2%
Homeownership
24.2%
Avg Commute
42 min
Poverty Rate
17.1%
Median Age
36.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunset Park Prep
What grades does Sunset Park Prep serve?
Sunset Park Prep serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Sunset Park Prep?
Sunset Park Prep has an enrollment of approximately 436 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunset Park Prep?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunset Park Prep is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sunset Park Prep rank in NY?
Sunset Park Prep ranks #3,378 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Sunset Park Prep's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunset Park Prep has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Sunset Park Prep?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunset Park Prep has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sunset Park Prep a charter school?
No, Sunset Park Prep is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sunset Park Prep a Title I school?
No, Sunset Park Prep is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sunset Park Prep?
89.9% of students at Sunset Park Prep 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
- 436
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.5%
- Phone
- (718) 840-1951
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15- District Enrollment
- 26,808
- Schools in District
- 49
- District Rank
- #45 of 49
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