Serving 296 students in grades 6-8, I.s. 381 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 43% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher 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 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
I.s. 381's student population of 296 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
296 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
I.s. 381 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 I.s. 381 is 0.62, 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
#2197 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
31%
31%
Black
53%
15%
White
5%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
New York City Geographic District #22
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is I.s. 381's ranking?
I.s. 381 is ranked #2197 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are I.s. 381 often compared to?
I.s. 381is 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?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend I.s. 381?
296 students attend I.s. 381.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of I.s. 381 students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of I.s. 381?
I.s. 381 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does I.s. 381 offer ?
I.s. 381 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is I.s. 381 part of?
I.s. 381 is part of New York City Geographic District #22.
In what neighborhood is I.s. 381 located?
I.s. 381 is located in the Midwood neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Midwood.
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