Serving 320 students in grades 6-8, Middle School 61 Dr Gladstone H Atwell 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 37% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middle School 61 Dr Gladstone H Atwell ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Middle School 61 Dr Gladstone H Atwell's student population of 320 students has declined by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
320 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Together We Can
School Rankings
Middle School 61 Dr Gladstone H Atwell 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 61 Dr Gladstone H Atwell is 0.37, 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
#2634 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
14%
30%
Black
78%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Middle School 61 Dr Gladstone H Atwell's ranking?
Middle School 61 Dr Gladstone H Atwell is ranked #2634 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Middle School 61 Dr Gladstone H Atwell?
320 students attend Middle School 61 Dr Gladstone H Atwell.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Middle School 61 Dr Gladstone H Atwell students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Middle School 61 Dr Gladstone H Atwell?
Middle School 61 Dr Gladstone H Atwell has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Middle School 61 Dr Gladstone H Atwell offer ?
Middle School 61 Dr Gladstone H Atwell offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Middle School 61 Dr Gladstone H Atwell part of?
Middle School 61 Dr Gladstone H Atwell is part of New York City Geographic District #17 School District.
In what neighborhood is Middle School 61 Dr Gladstone H Atwell located?
Middle School 61 Dr Gladstone H Atwell is located in the Little Caribbean neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Little Caribbean.
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