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#3208 of 4,742 schools in NY
Van Siclen Community Middle School
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19
800 VAN SICLEN AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11207
Enrollment
176
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
176
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,208 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#403 of 570
public schools
In district
#31 of 52
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Van Siclen Community Middle School
Van Siclen Community Middle School is a public middle school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19. Van Siclen Community Middle School serves approximately 176 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Van Siclen Community Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,208 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Van Siclen Community Middle School show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 176 students, Van Siclen Community 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 Van Siclen Community 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 8.8:1 students to teachers, Van Siclen Community 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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Van Siclen Community Middle School — Students at Van Siclen Community Middle School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 22 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 Van Siclen Community Middle School Compares
See how Van Siclen Community Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
800 VAN SICLEN AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11207
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Van Siclen Community Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. LEGACY SCHOOL OF THE ARTS (rated 7.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, COLLEGIATE ACADEMY-MATH-PERSONAL AWA (rated 5.4/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EAST NEW YORK ARTS AND CIVICS HIGH SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn | 0.0 mi | 5.5 |
| ACHIEVEMENT FIRST LINDEN CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.0 mi | 2.8 |
| EAST NEW YORK FAMILY ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 4.4 |
| PS 36 Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 4.6 |
| IMAGINE ME LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 7.9 |
| COLLEGIATE ACADEMY-MATH-PERSONAL AWA Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 5.4 |
| PS 4 Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 4.5 |
| PS 213 NEW LOTS Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 2.3 |
| PS 306 ETHAN ALLEN Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 4.4 |
| PS 273 WORTMAN Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 3.1 |
| PS 13 ROBERTO CLEMENTE Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| ACHIEVEMENT FIRST EAST NEW YORK CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| NEW GRACE CENTER, INC. Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| PS 190 SHEFFIELD Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| LEGACY SCHOOL OF THE ARTS Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| FRESH CREEK SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| PS 202 ERNEST S JENKYNS Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| ACHIEVEMENT FIRST ASPIRE CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 2.9 |
| FDNY-CAPTAIN VERNON A RICHARDS HS Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR CIVIL RIGHTS Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,419
Median Home Value
$657,400
Median Rent
$1,443/mo
Population
93,445
College Educated
19.4%
Homeownership
26.9%
Avg Commute
45.9 min
Poverty Rate
27.3%
Median Age
36.4
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| GREENE MIDDLE SCHOOL Greene, NY | 5.4 |
| IS 349 MATH SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Brooklyn, NY | 5.4 |
| SCIENCE AND MEDICINE MIDDLE SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn, NY | 5.4 |
| BRONX WRITING ACADEMY Bronx, NY | 5.5 |
| CINCINNATUS MIDDLE SCHOOL Cincinnatus, NY | 5.5 |
| COMMUNITY ACTION SCHOOL-MS 258 New York, NY | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Van Siclen Community Middle School
What grades does Van Siclen Community Middle School serve?
Van Siclen Community Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Van Siclen Community Middle School?
Van Siclen Community Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 176 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Van Siclen Community Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Van Siclen Community Middle School is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Van Siclen Community Middle School rank in NY?
Van Siclen Community Middle School ranks #3,208 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Van Siclen Community Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Van Siclen Community Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Van Siclen Community Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Van Siclen Community Middle School has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
Is Van Siclen Community Middle School a charter school?
No, Van Siclen Community Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Van Siclen Community Middle School a Title I school?
No, Van Siclen Community Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Van Siclen Community Middle School?
97.2% of students at Van Siclen Community 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
- 176
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 83.5%
- Phone
- (718) 927-4701
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19- District Enrollment
- 19,963
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #31 of 52
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