Serving 75 students in grades 6-8, Middle School 266 Park Place Community Middle School 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 20-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 75 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: MS 266 Park Place Community Middle School serves an attendance zone in Brooklyn, NY, covering approximately 3.5 square miles. Families within a typical 5-10 minute drive from the school are generally located within 1.5 miles of its edges, with the furthest point in the zone being about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Middle School 266 Park Place Community Middle School's student population of 75 students has declined by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
75 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
School Rankings
Middle School 266 Park Place Community Middle School 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 Middle School 266 Park Place Community Middle School is 0.54, 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
#3550 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
American Indian
2%
1%
Hispanic
48%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Black
48%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
White
1%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2024. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middle School 266 Park Place Community Middle School's ranking?
Middle School 266 Park Place Community Middle School is ranked #3550 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Middle School 266 Park Place Community Middle School often compared to?
Middle School 266 Park Place Community Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dock Street School For Steam Studies, Middle School 51 William Alexander, Exploratory School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Middle School 266 Park Place Community Middle School?
75 students attend Middle School 266 Park Place Community Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Middle School 266 Park Place Community Middle School students are Hispanic, 48% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Middle School 266 Park Place Community Middle School?
Middle School 266 Park Place Community Middle School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Middle School 266 Park Place Community Middle School offer ?
Middle School 266 Park Place Community Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Middle School 266 Park Place Community Middle School part of?
Middle School 266 Park Place Community Middle School is part of New York City Geographic District #13.
In what neighborhood is Middle School 266 Park Place Community Middle School located?
Middle School 266 Park Place Community Middle School is located in the Park Slope neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 13 other public schools located in Park Slope.
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