Serving 217 students in grades 6-8, I.s. 211 John Wilson 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 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower 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 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
I.s. 211 John Wilson ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
I.s. 211 John Wilson's student population of 217 students has declined by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
217 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
I.s. 211 John Wilson 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. 211 John Wilson is 0.41, 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
#2695 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
15%
30%
Black
75%
16%
White
6%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 I.s. 211 John Wilson's ranking?
I.s. 211 John Wilson is ranked #2695 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are I.s. 211 John Wilson often compared to?
I.s. 211 John Wilsonis often viewed alongside schools like Science And Medicine Middle School, I.s. 68 Isaac Bildersee by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend I.s. 211 John Wilson?
217 students attend I.s. 211 John Wilson.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of I.s. 211 John Wilson students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of I.s. 211 John Wilson?
I.s. 211 John Wilson has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does I.s. 211 John Wilson offer ?
I.s. 211 John Wilson offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is I.s. 211 John Wilson part of?
I.s. 211 John Wilson is part of New York City Geographic District #18 School District.
In what neighborhood is I.s. 211 John Wilson located?
I.s. 211 John Wilson is located in the Canarsie neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 23 other public schools located in Canarsie.
School Reviews
2 10/20/2020
The environment is toxic, principal is so disgusting it sickens me to think that the students have to deal with her. Yelling at students and staff over the loudspeaker.
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