IS 24 MYRA S BARNES
1,262 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
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.
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.
1,262
Total Students
102.1
Full-Time Teachers
12.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
57.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 800 |
| Hispanic | 206 |
| Black | 18 |
| Asian | 206 |
| Two or More | 28 |
| American Indian | 2 |
| Pacific Islander | 2 |
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White800 (63.4 %)
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Hispanic206 (16.3 %)
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Asian206 (16.3 %)
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Two or More28 (2.2 %)
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Black18 (1.4 %)
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American Indian2 (0.2 %)
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Pacific Islander2 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31 |
| Phone: | (718)982-4700 |
| Website: | http://www.barnes-is24.com |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 1,262 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 102.1 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 12.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 651 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 70 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
418
Grade 7
422
Grade 8
417
Ungraded
5
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 418 |
| Grade 7 | 422 |
| Grade 8 | 417 |
| Ungraded | 5 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 598 | 47.4% |
| Male | 664 | 52.6% |
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