For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,698 students in 11220, NY.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 11220, NY are Junior High School 220 John J Pershing and Middle School 936 Arts Off 3rd. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 11220 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the New York public middle school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 11220, NY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New York public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New York public middle school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11220, NY Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Junior High School 220 John J Pershing
(Math: 76% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4812 9th Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11220
(718) 633-8200
Brooklyn, NY 11220
(718) 633-8200
Gr: 6-8 | 1,257 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Middle School 936 Arts Off 3rd
(Math: 65% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
270 59th St
Brooklyn, NY 11220
(347) 646-5160
Brooklyn, NY 11220
(347) 646-5160
Gr: 6-8 | 441 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 11220, NY?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 11220, NY include Junior High School 220 John J Pershing and Middle School 936 Arts Off 3rd.
How many public middle schools are located in 11220?
2 public middle schools are located in 11220.
What is the racial composition of students in 11220?
11220 public middle schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New York public middle schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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