Serving 654 students in grades 6-8, Junior High School 223 Montauk ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is equal to the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 654 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Junior High School 223 Montauk ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Junior High School 223 Montauk's student population of 654 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
654 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Rankings
Junior High School 223 Montauk ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Junior High School 223 Montauk is 0.63, 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
#1479 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
49%
10%
Hispanic
34%
30%
Black
3%
16%
White
13%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Junior High School 223 Montauk's ranking?
Junior High School 223 Montauk is ranked #1479 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Junior High School 223 Montauk often compared to?
Junior High School 223 Montaukis often viewed alongside schools like Junior High School 227 Edward B Shallow by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Junior High School 223 Montauk?
654 students attend Junior High School 223 Montauk.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Junior High School 223 Montauk students are Asian, 34% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Junior High School 223 Montauk?
Junior High School 223 Montauk has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Junior High School 223 Montauk offer ?
Junior High School 223 Montauk offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Junior High School 223 Montauk part of?
Junior High School 223 Montauk is part of New York City Geographic District #20 School District.
In what neighborhood is Junior High School 223 Montauk located?
Junior High School 223 Montauk is located in the Borough Park neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 8 other public schools located in Borough Park.
School Reviews
5 8/8/2020
It's a very great school! I had a lot of memories of there. The school is very welcoming.
3 2/25/2017
It is a good school. The teachers are't that strict there too. But the thing is, it very crowded when it time to switch classes.
5 2/14/2015
School presently serves 951 students
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