Serving 1,309 students in grades 6-8, Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,309 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker's student population of 1,309 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,309 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker ranks within the top 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker is 0.57, 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
#1413 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
58%
10%
Hispanic
29%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
10%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker's ranking?
Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker is ranked #1413 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker often compared to?
Jhs 185 Edward Bleekeris often viewed alongside schools like Jhs 194 William Carr by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker?
1,309 students attend Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker students are Asian, 29% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker?
Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker offer ?
Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker part of?
Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker is part of New York City Geographic District #25 School District.
School Reviews
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