Midwood High School is a high school located at 2839 Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn, New York City, administered by the New York City Department of Education. It has an enrollment of 3,938 students.
Serving 3,657 students in grades 9-12, Midwood High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 96% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,657 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 96% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Midwood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Midwood High School's student population of 3,657 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 232 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
3,657 students
Total Classroom Teachers
232 teachers
Year Founded
1940
Colors
White, Navy Blue
School Rankings
Midwood High School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Midwood High School is 0.73, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#298 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
96%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
43%
10%
Hispanic
14%
31%
Black
20%
15%
White
19%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hornet
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midwood High School's ranking?
Midwood High School is ranked #298 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Midwood High School often compared to?
Midwood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leon M Goldstein High School For The Sciences by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 96% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Midwood High School?
The graduation rate of Midwood High School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Midwood High School?
3,657 students attend Midwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Midwood High School students are Asian, 20% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Midwood High School?
Midwood High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Midwood High School offer ?
Midwood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Midwood High School part of?
Midwood High School is part of New York City Geographic District #22.
In what neighborhood is Midwood High School located?
Midwood High School is located in the Flatbush neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 14 other public schools located in Flatbush.
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