Serving 1,211 students in grades 6-8, Mark Twain Is 239 For The Gifted And Talented ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,211 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mark Twain Is 239 For The Gifted And Talented ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Mark Twain Is 239 For The Gifted And Talented's student population of 1,211 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,211 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mark Twain Is 239 For The Gifted And Talented ranks within the top 5% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mark Twain Is 239 For The Gifted And Talented is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#121 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
34%
10%
Hispanic
11%
30%
Black
11%
16%
White
38%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Mark Twain Is 239 For The Gifted And Talented's ranking?
Mark Twain Is 239 For The Gifted And Talented is ranked #121 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Mark Twain Is 239 For The Gifted And Talented often compared to?
Mark Twain Is 239 For The Gifted And Talentedis often viewed alongside schools like I.s. 98 Bay Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Mark Twain Is 239 For The Gifted And Talented?
1,211 students attend Mark Twain Is 239 For The Gifted And Talented.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Mark Twain Is 239 For The Gifted And Talented students are White, 34% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mark Twain Is 239 For The Gifted And Talented?
Mark Twain Is 239 For The Gifted And Talented has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mark Twain Is 239 For The Gifted And Talented offer ?
Mark Twain Is 239 For The Gifted And Talented offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mark Twain Is 239 For The Gifted And Talented part of?
Mark Twain Is 239 For The Gifted And Talented is part of New York City Geographic District #21 School District.
In what neighborhood is Mark Twain Is 239 For The Gifted And Talented located?
Mark Twain Is 239 For The Gifted And Talented is located in the Coney Island neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Coney Island.
School Reviews
3 8/19/2021
Removed in terms of the lessons because usually, the materials are in a weird order, teachers are decent in terms of teaching. The environment is pretty good where classmates are easy to get along with. Although people would usually spend their time studying mostly in the school, it's a school where some fun is present but education is top-notched still. Kids here are mostly smart and they get things very rapidly, so it'll be a downfall if you aren't the type of absorbing information fast. Homework loads are alright as long as you manage your time, I usually finish work around after dinner, which is 6 pm or so, and the rest of the time until 9pm I study.
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