Serving 413 students in grades 9-12, Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School serves a large attendance zone in Brooklyn, NY, covering approximately 468.2 square miles. Families typically face a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 24.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School's student population of 413 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
413 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
School Motto
Expect the Best
School Rankings
Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1577 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
80%
31%
Black
12%
15%
White
1%
39%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)59.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School's ranking?
Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School is ranked #1577 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School often compared to?
Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Urban Assembly School For Collaborative Healthcare, Academy Of Innovative Technology by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School?
The graduation rate of Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School?
413 students attend Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School?
Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School offer ?
Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School part of?
Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School is part of New York City Geographic District #19.
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