Serving 1,549 students in grades 6-8, I.s. 228 David A Boody ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,549 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
I.s. 228 David A Boody ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
I.s. 228 David A Boody's student population of 1,549 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 112 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,549 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
112 teachers
School Rankings
I.s. 228 David A Boody ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of I.s. 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
#1056 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
29%
10%
Hispanic
23%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
44%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is I.s. 228 David A Boody's ranking?
I.s. 228 David A Boody is ranked #1056 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are I.s. 228 David A Boody often compared to?
I.s. 228 David A Boodyis often viewed alongside schools like Mark Twain Is 239 For The Gifted And Talented, I.s. 281 Joseph B Cavallaro by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend I.s. 228 David A Boody?
1,549 students attend I.s. 228 David A Boody.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of I.s. 228 David A Boody students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 23% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of I.s. 228 David A Boody?
I.s. 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 I.s. 228 David A Boody offer ?
I.s. 228 David A Boody offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is I.s. 228 David A Boody part of?
I.s. 228 David A Boody is part of New York City Geographic District #21 School District.
In what neighborhood is I.s. 228 David A Boody located?
I.s. 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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