Serving 935 students in grades 6-8, Junior High School 278 Marine Park 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 49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 935 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Junior High School 278 Marine Park ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Junior High School 278 Marine Park's student population of 935 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
935 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
School Rankings
Junior High School 278 Marine Park ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Junior High School 278 Marine Park is 0.77, which is more 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
#1699 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
20%
10%
Hispanic
17%
30%
Black
34%
16%
White
23%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
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 Junior High School 278 Marine Park's ranking?
Junior High School 278 Marine Park is ranked #1699 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Junior High School 278 Marine Park often compared to?
Junior High School 278 Marine Parkis often viewed alongside schools like Junior High School 234 Arthur W Cunningham by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Junior High School 278 Marine Park?
935 students attend Junior High School 278 Marine Park.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Junior High School 278 Marine Park students are Black, 23% of students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Junior High School 278 Marine Park?
Junior High School 278 Marine Park has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Junior High School 278 Marine Park offer ?
Junior High School 278 Marine Park offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Junior High School 278 Marine Park part of?
Junior High School 278 Marine Park is part of New York City Geographic District #22 School District.
In what neighborhood is Junior High School 278 Marine Park located?
Junior High School 278 Marine Park is located in the Marine Park neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Marine Park.
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