Serving 1,555 students in grades 6-8, I.s. 228 David A Boody ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,555 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
I.s. 228 David A Boody ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
I.s. 228 David A Boody's student population of 1,555 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 118 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,555 students
Total Classroom Teachers
118 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Have a powerful and productive day!
School Rankings
I.s. 228 David A Boody ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of I.s. 228 David A Boody is 0.68, 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
#1056 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Asian
28%
10%
Hispanic
23%
31%
Black
2%
15%
White
44%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is I.s. 228 David A Boody's ranking?
I.s. 228 David A Boody is ranked #1056 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are I.s. 228 David A Boody often compared to?
I.s. 228 David A Boodyis often viewed alongside schools like I.s. 281 Joseph B Cavallaro, Mark Twain Is 239 For The Gifted And Talented by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend I.s. 228 David A Boody?
1,555 students attend I.s. 228 David A Boody.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of I.s. 228 David A Boody students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 23% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of I.s. 228 David A Boody?
I.s. 228 David A Boody has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does I.s. 228 David A Boody offer ?
I.s. 228 David A Boody offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is I.s. 228 David A Boody part of?
I.s. 228 David A Boody is part of New York City Geographic District #21.
In what neighborhood is I.s. 228 David A Boody located?
I.s. 228 David A Boody is located in the Gravesend neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Gravesend.
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