Serving 1,314 students in grades 6-8, I.s. 24 Myra S Barnes ranks in the top 20% 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 71% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (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 42% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,314 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
I.s. 24 Myra S Barnes ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
I.s. 24 Myra S Barnes's student population of 1,314 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,314 students
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
I.s. 24 Myra S Barnes ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of I.s. 24 Myra S Barnes is 0.60, 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
#660 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
21%
10%
Hispanic
17%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
58%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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. 24 Myra S Barnes's ranking?
I.s. 24 Myra S Barnes is ranked #660 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are I.s. 24 Myra S Barnes often compared to?
I.s. 24 Myra S Barnesis often viewed alongside schools like I.s. 2 George L Egbert by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend I.s. 24 Myra S Barnes?
1,314 students attend I.s. 24 Myra S Barnes.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of I.s. 24 Myra S Barnes students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of I.s. 24 Myra S Barnes?
I.s. 24 Myra S Barnes has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does I.s. 24 Myra S Barnes offer ?
I.s. 24 Myra S Barnes offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is I.s. 24 Myra S Barnes part of?
I.s. 24 Myra S Barnes is part of New York City Geographic District #31.
In what neighborhood is I.s. 24 Myra S Barnes located?
I.s. 24 Myra S Barnes is located in the Great Kills neighborhood of Staten Island, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Great Kills.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Well The Bathrooms are really dirty, and they have bugs like spiders and roaches everywhere.
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