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2401 Neptune Ave

Brooklyn, NY 11224

(718) 266-0814

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Grades: 6 - 8

School Type: Public, Magnet

Student Enrollment: 1,235

Students Per Teacher: 17

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38 Parent Reviews for Is 239 Mark Twain

Mark Twain is a great school but sometimes I feel that the abundance of work is extremely overwhelming to the students. They never get a break. Excessive homework, constant projects, and studying for tests never lets up. Lightening the load would make a big difference so that the kids can truly enjoy ...  Read more

Posted by a parent on 07/14/09

Its a very good school and also very fun and good educating from the Principal and teachers

Posted by a student on 07/12/09

The teachers teach well and I enjoy my talent.

Posted by a student on 06/11/09

Everyone says its a difficult school, in fact it is easy to get good grades in it. All you have to do is pay attention in class. I am a senior in Twain now and I enjoy the school.

Posted by a student on 04/12/09

I'm an eighth grader at Mark Twain, and if you're a worried parent or student, don't be! I was frightened of attending myself, as there are so many talented students here and so much competition. But each student is given the chance to shine here. My experience here has been the absolute best--I've learned ...  Read more

Posted by a student on 01/27/09

Mark Twain is an awesome school. The teachers are very fun to talk to. The faculty is always helpful.

Posted by a parent on 01/24/09

I.S. 239 outstanding! As a Senior Parent, the best choice ever made in the education of my daughter. Secure and extraordinary Team: Mrs. Moore, Mrs. Chung, Mr Seif, Mrs Conenna, All Teachers, Staff and Mr. Griffin with the Community and extra activities. What a Talent! And Gifted! paradise for our ...  Read more

Posted by a parent on 01/16/09

My son is currently enrolled in Twain. Overall, this is an excellent school, with a rigorous course of study and many enrichment offerings. The talent classes are truly advanced, offering course work that is not usually encountered until high school. If you're child is responsible, has a strong work ...  Read more

Posted by a parent on 12/08/08

Im an 8th grader here and this school rocks. We got an A+ this year because we deserved it.

Posted by a student on 10/07/08

My child is in 5th grade now.But she does not want to go to Mark Twain.I have a feeling,that Mark Twain is not so friendly for gifted ,bit for trained by tutors or extremely hard working children(then it is their talent-hard working ability...)I agree,that child needs childhood and happiness...) I would ...  Read more

Posted by a parent on 09/07/08

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Test Year: 2009
Is 239 Mark Twain
New York City Department Of Education
New York
* In 2008-2009 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, in grades 4 and 8 in science and in grades 5 and 8 in social studies. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.
 

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Brooklyn schools — Is 239 Mark Twain is located at 2401 Neptune Ave, Brooklyn NY 11224. 2401 Neptune Ave is in the Coney Island neighborhood and 11224 ZIP code in Brooklyn, NY The school district for Is 239 Mark Twain is the New York City Department Of Education. Is 239 Mark Twain is a Public school that serves grade levels 6 - 8.
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