IS 24 MYRA S BARNES
IS 24 MYRA S BARNES is a public middle school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31 school district, located in STATEN ISLAND, NY with about 1,264 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 103 teachers, IS 24 MYRA S BARNES has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
I.S. 24 Myra S. Barnes, located on Cleveland Avenue in the Great Kills neighborhood of Staten Island, is a public middle school serving students in grades 6 through 8. The school is known for its strong focus on academic excellence, offering a variety of advanced programs designed to challenge students. These include an honors program, a specialized science curriculum, and opportunities for high school credit in subjects like Algebra and Living Environment. By emphasizing a rigorous curriculum alongside character development, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for the demands of high school and beyond.
Beyond its academic offerings, I.S. 24 is recognized for fostering a well-rounded educational environment through a wide array of extracurricular activities. The school provides students with numerous opportunities to engage in the arts, athletics, and various student clubs, which helps to build a vibrant and inclusive school culture. With a commitment to maintaining strong communication between faculty, parents, and students, Myra S. Barnes strives to create a supportive community that prioritizes both personal growth and scholastic achievement for every child.
For more information, contact IS 24 MYRA S BARNES at (718) 982-4700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
STATEN ISLAND, NY 10308-3299
(718) 982-4700
http://www.barnes-is24.com
IS 24 MYRA S BARNES is a public school in STATEN ISLAND, NY with about 1,264 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in New York
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
- Total Students:
- 1,264
- Teachers:
- 103.97
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,264 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending IS 24 MYRA S BARNES is predominantly White, representing about 78% of the student body.
- White
- 77.8%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 14.8%
- Asian
- 5.1%
- Black or African American
- 1.2%
- Two or more races
- 0.7%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 47.6%
- Male
- 52.4%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.