Serving 1,188 students in grades 6-8, Jhs 278 Marine Park ranks in the top 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 36% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,188 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jhs 278 Marine Park ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Jhs 278 Marine Park's student population of 1,188 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,188 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jhs 278 Marine Park 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 Jhs 278 Marine Park is 0.75, which is more 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
#1937 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
16%
10%
Hispanic
15%
29%
Black
35%
16%
White
30%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jhs 278 Marine Park's ranking?
Jhs 278 Marine Park is ranked #1937 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Jhs 278 Marine Park often compared to?
Jhs 278 Marine Parkis often viewed alongside schools like Jhs 234 Arthur W Cunningham by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Jhs 278 Marine Park?
1,188 students attend Jhs 278 Marine Park.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Jhs 278 Marine Park students are Black, 30% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jhs 278 Marine Park?
Jhs 278 Marine Park has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jhs 278 Marine Park offer ?
Jhs 278 Marine Park offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jhs 278 Marine Park part of?
Jhs 278 Marine Park is part of New York City Geographic District #22 School District.
In what neighborhood is Jhs 278 Marine Park located?
Jhs 278 Marine Park is located in the Marine Park neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Marine Park.
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