Serving 1,358 students in grades 6-8, Junior High School 227 Edward B Shallow ranks in the top 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 45% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,358 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Junior High School 227 Edward B Shallow ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Junior High School 227 Edward B Shallow's student population of 1,358 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,358 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
School Rankings
Junior High School 227 Edward B Shallow ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Junior High School 227 Edward B Shallow is 0.62, 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
#1610 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
47%
10%
Hispanic
39%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
12%
40%
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
84%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Junior High School 227 Edward B Shallow's ranking?
Junior High School 227 Edward B Shallow is ranked #1610 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Junior High School 227 Edward B Shallow often compared to?
Junior High School 227 Edward B Shallowis often viewed alongside schools like Seeall Academy, Junior High School 223 Montauk by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Junior High School 227 Edward B Shallow?
1,358 students attend Junior High School 227 Edward B Shallow.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Junior High School 227 Edward B Shallow students are Asian, 39% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Junior High School 227 Edward B Shallow?
Junior High School 227 Edward B Shallow has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Junior High School 227 Edward B Shallow offer ?
Junior High School 227 Edward B Shallow offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Junior High School 227 Edward B Shallow part of?
Junior High School 227 Edward B Shallow is part of New York City Geographic District #20 School District.
In what neighborhood is Junior High School 227 Edward B Shallow located?
Junior High School 227 Edward B Shallow is located in the Bensonhurst neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Bensonhurst.
School Reviews
5 3/21/2020
The school is pretty good. The deans care about the students. They yell at students, but only to keep them safe. If someone bullies anyone, the staff would know what to do. The staff just want to keep everyone safe and happy. Shallow has a pretty bad reputation, but that's only because of the bad students there. There are as many good kids as there are bad kids.
5 4/16/2018
This school has changed alot from reading the comments. The school is now a safe community and staffs take bullying and any uninvited activity very seriously. The curriculums has also improved greatly and being here for 3 years now, we are taking the algebra 1, us history and living enviornments regents. The teachers are all extremely caring and do their jobs. They respect all the students and treat each other the same. There are yearly science and social studies fairs. Many clubs also exist to hold the interest of students. 02,05,06,08,10 are regents classes so you get more difficult curriculums and if you do well in a regular class you can get moved to one of those classes. I was moved from an regular class to the superintendent class. 609 to 702 and now 802. Extremely proud school and proud of being in this school. The principal is extremely caring and so are the assistant principals, deans and guidance counselors. Safe and clean environment and just keep doing your best and you'll do well. I'm also allowed to participate in the ny state science and engineering fair. Let's go shallow!
2 11/15/2010
This school is terrible. The administration is clueless, the teachers couldn't care less and a lot of the students are unruly and undisciplined. Threats, cursing (at teachers), physical violence, the list goes on and on. The teachers rely on textbooks to do their job, and the principal shrugs everything off. Reading isn't a priority, which is why only 24% of last years 6th grade class could read. This school needs to be revamped, otherwise we will putting out another generation of kids who cannot function in today's society.
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