Serving 177 students in grades 6-8, Middle School 35 Stephen Decatur 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 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 177 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middle School 35 Stephen Decatur ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Middle School 35 Stephen Decatur's student population of 177 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 58% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
177 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Middle School 35 Stephen Decatur ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Middle School 35 Stephen Decatur is 0.31, 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
#1747 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
14%
30%
Black
82%
15%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middle School 35 Stephen Decatur's ranking?
Middle School 35 Stephen Decatur is ranked #1747 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Middle School 35 Stephen Decatur often compared to?
Middle School 35 Stephen Decaturis often viewed alongside schools like Madiba Prep Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Middle School 35 Stephen Decatur?
177 students attend Middle School 35 Stephen Decatur.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Middle School 35 Stephen Decatur students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Middle School 35 Stephen Decatur?
Middle School 35 Stephen Decatur has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Middle School 35 Stephen Decatur offer ?
Middle School 35 Stephen Decatur offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Middle School 35 Stephen Decatur part of?
Middle School 35 Stephen Decatur is part of New York City Geographic District #16.
In what neighborhood is Middle School 35 Stephen Decatur located?
Middle School 35 Stephen Decatur is located in the Stuyvesant Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Stuyvesant Heights.
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