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.
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

Student Demographics for IS 24 MYRA S BARNES
Demographic Student Count
White800
Hispanic206
Black18
Asian206
Two or More28
American Indian2
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    800 (63.4 %)
  • Hispanic
    206 (16.3 %)
  • Asian
    206 (16.3 %)
  • Two or More
    28 (2.2 %)
  • Black
    18 (1.4 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for IS 24 MYRA S BARNES
Grade Student Count
Grade 6418
Grade 7422
Grade 8417
Ungraded5
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for IS 24 MYRA S BARNES
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female59847.4%
Male66452.6%
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