Serving 1,559 students in grades 6-8, Is 228 David A Boody ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,559 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Is 228 David A Boody ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Is 228 David A Boody's student population of 1,559 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 111 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,559 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
111 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Is 228 David A Boody ranks within the top 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Is 228 David A Boody is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1718 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
30%
10%
Hispanic
23%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
43%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Is 228 David A Boody's ranking?
Is 228 David A Boody is ranked #1718 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Is 228 David A Boody often compared to?
Is 228 David A Boodyis often viewed alongside schools like Is 281 Joseph B Cavallaro, Mark Twain Is 239 For The Gifted And Talented by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Is 228 David A Boody?
1,559 students attend Is 228 David A Boody.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Is 228 David A Boody students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 23% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Is 228 David A Boody?
Is 228 David A Boody has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Is 228 David A Boody offer ?
Is 228 David A Boody offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Is 228 David A Boody part of?
Is 228 David A Boody is part of New York City Geographic District #21 School District.
In what neighborhood is Is 228 David A Boody located?
Is 228 David A Boody is located in the Gravesend neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Gravesend.
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