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I.s. 381

2500 Nostrand Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11210
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 279 students in grades 6-8, I.s. 381 ranks in the bottom 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 43% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 92% 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: 279 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 92%
  • : Bottom 50% in NY
  • : 43% (Btm 50%)
  • : 53% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

School Overview

I.s. 381's student population of 279 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
279 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers

School Rankings

I.s. 381 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of I.s. 381 is 0.61, 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.
This School
State Level (NY)
#2197 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
43%
52%
53%
49%
50-54%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
19%
30%
Black
59%
15%
White
8%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.61
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is I.s. 381's ranking?
I.s. 381 is ranked #2197 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are I.s. 381 often compared to?
I.s. 381is often viewed alongside schools like Junior High School 234 Arthur W Cunningham by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend I.s. 381?
279 students attend I.s. 381.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of I.s. 381 students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of I.s. 381?
I.s. 381 has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does I.s. 381 offer ?
I.s. 381 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is I.s. 381 part of?
In what neighborhood is I.s. 381 located?
I.s. 381 is located in the Midwood neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Midwood.

School Reviews

5   10/10/2025
Go to this school its amazing
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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 279 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 92%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 43% (Btm 50%)
  • : 53% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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