Serving 229 students in grades 6-8, Science And Medicine 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 40% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 229 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for The Science and Medicine Middle School in Brooklyn, NY covers an area of approximately 5.5 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive. The furthest edge of the zone is about 2.9 miles from the school, with an average distance to the zone's edge of 0.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Science And Medicine Middle School's student population of 229 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
229 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Science And Medicine 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 Science And Medicine Middle School is 0.32, 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
#3218 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
82%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Science And Medicine Middle School's ranking?
Science And Medicine Middle School is ranked #3218 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Science And Medicine Middle School often compared to?
Science And Medicine Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like I.s. 211 John Wilson by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Science And Medicine Middle School?
229 students attend Science And Medicine Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Science And Medicine Middle School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Science And Medicine Middle School?
Science And Medicine Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Science And Medicine Middle School offer ?
Science And Medicine Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Science And Medicine Middle School part of?
Science And Medicine Middle School is part of New York City Geographic District #18.
In what neighborhood is Science And Medicine Middle School located?
Science And Medicine Middle School is located in the Canarsie neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 23 other public schools located in Canarsie.
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