Serving 188 students in grades 6-8, I.s. 211 John Wilson ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 188 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: IS 211 John Wilson serves a one-square-mile attendance area in Brooklyn, NY, with typical drive times of 5 to 10 minutes and an average distance of 0.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 1.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
I.s. 211 John Wilson's student population of 188 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
188 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
I.s. 211 John Wilson ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of I.s. 211 John Wilson is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2695 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
13%
31%
Black
73%
15%
White
9%
39%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is I.s. 211 John Wilson's ranking?
I.s. 211 John Wilson is ranked #2695 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are I.s. 211 John Wilson often compared to?
I.s. 211 John Wilsonis often viewed alongside schools like Science And Medicine Middle School, I.s. 68 Isaac Bildersee by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend I.s. 211 John Wilson?
188 students attend I.s. 211 John Wilson.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of I.s. 211 John Wilson students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of I.s. 211 John Wilson?
I.s. 211 John Wilson has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does I.s. 211 John Wilson offer ?
I.s. 211 John Wilson offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is I.s. 211 John Wilson part of?
I.s. 211 John Wilson is part of New York City Geographic District #18.
In what neighborhood is I.s. 211 John Wilson located?
I.s. 211 John Wilson is located in the Canarsie neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 23 other public schools located in Canarsie.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
The environment is toxic, principal is so disgusting it sickens me to think that the students have to deal with her. Yelling at students and staff over the loudspeaker.
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