Serving 310 students in grades 6-8, Middle School 839 ranks in the top 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 41% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middle School 839 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Middle School 839's student population of 310 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
310 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Middle School 839 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 839 is 0.70, 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
#1995 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
10%
Hispanic
32%
31%
Black
7%
15%
White
43%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middle School 839's ranking?
Middle School 839 is ranked #1995 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Middle School 839 often compared to?
Middle School 839is often viewed alongside schools like New Voices School Of Academic And Creative Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Middle School 839?
310 students attend Middle School 839.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Middle School 839 students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Middle School 839?
Middle School 839 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Middle School 839 offer ?
Middle School 839 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Middle School 839 part of?
Middle School 839 is part of New York City Geographic District #15.
In what neighborhood is Middle School 839 located?
Middle School 839 is located in the Windsor Terrace neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Windsor Terrace.
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