Below Average
#3619 of 4,742 schools in NY
Whitelaw Reid Academy of Arts and Business
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #16
125 STUYVESANT AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11221
Enrollment
85
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
85
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,619 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#439 of 570
public schools
In district
#16 of 23
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #16
Academic growth
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About Whitelaw Reid Academy of Arts and Business
Whitelaw Reid Academy of Arts and Business is a public middle school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #16. Whitelaw Reid Academy of Arts and Business serves approximately 85 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 7.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Whitelaw Reid Academy of Arts and Business has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,619 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Whitelaw Reid Academy of Arts and Business show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.2
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 85 students, Whitelaw Reid Academy of Arts and Business 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.
At 7.1:1 students to teachers, Whitelaw Reid Academy of Arts and Business sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
82% of students at Whitelaw Reid Academy of Arts and Business 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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Whitelaw Reid Academy of Arts and Business — Students at Whitelaw Reid Academy of Arts and Business score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 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 Whitelaw Reid Academy of Arts and Business Compares
See how Whitelaw Reid Academy of Arts and Business performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
125 STUYVESANT AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11221
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Whitelaw Reid Academy of Arts and Business may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-BED STUY 3 (rated 7.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MADIBA PREP MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MS 267 MATH SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (rated 6.1/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11221 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,122
Median Home Value
$1,061,400
Median Rent
$2,055/mo
Population
90,750
College Educated
42%
Homeownership
21.7%
Avg Commute
42.8 min
Poverty Rate
21.9%
Median Age
32.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Whitelaw Reid Academy of Arts and Business
What grades does Whitelaw Reid Academy of Arts and Business serve?
Whitelaw Reid Academy of Arts and Business serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Whitelaw Reid Academy of Arts and Business?
Whitelaw Reid Academy of Arts and Business has an enrollment of approximately 85 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Whitelaw Reid Academy of Arts and Business?
The student-teacher ratio at Whitelaw Reid Academy of Arts and Business is 7.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Whitelaw Reid Academy of Arts and Business rank in NY?
Whitelaw Reid Academy of Arts and Business ranks #3,619 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Whitelaw Reid Academy of Arts and Business's MySchoolScout rating?
Whitelaw Reid Academy of Arts and Business has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Whitelaw Reid Academy of Arts and Business?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Whitelaw Reid Academy of Arts and Business has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Whitelaw Reid Academy of Arts and Business a charter school?
No, Whitelaw Reid Academy of Arts and Business is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Whitelaw Reid Academy of Arts and Business a Title I school?
No, Whitelaw Reid Academy of Arts and Business is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Whitelaw Reid Academy of Arts and Business?
96.5% of students at Whitelaw Reid Academy of Arts and Business qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 85
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 82.4%
- Phone
- (718) 574-2357
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #16- District Enrollment
- 5,827
- Schools in District
- 23
- District Rank
- #16 of 23
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