Serving 813 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Magnet School Of Math Science & Design Technology ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 813 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Magnet School Of Math Science & Design Technology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Magnet School Of Math Science & Design Technology's student population of 813 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
813 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Magnet School Of Math Science & Design Technology ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Magnet School Of Math Science & Design Technology is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#806 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
10%
Hispanic
22%
30%
Black
7%
16%
White
50%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Magnet School Of Math Science & Design Technology's ranking?
Magnet School Of Math Science & Design Technology is ranked #806 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Magnet School Of Math Science & Design Technology often compared to?
Magnet School Of Math Science & Design Technologyis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 107 John W Kimball by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Magnet School Of Math Science & Design Technology?
813 students attend Magnet School Of Math Science & Design Technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Magnet School Of Math Science & Design Technology students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Magnet School Of Math Science & Design Technology?
Magnet School Of Math Science & Design Technology has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Magnet School Of Math Science & Design Technology offer ?
Magnet School Of Math Science & Design Technology offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Magnet School Of Math Science & Design Technology part of?
Magnet School Of Math Science & Design Technology is part of New York City Geographic District #15 School District.
In what neighborhood is Magnet School Of Math Science & Design Technology located?
Magnet School Of Math Science & Design Technology is located in the Park Slope neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 13 other public schools located in Park Slope.
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