Design Works serves 163 students in grades 9-10.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-10
- Enrollment: 163 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Design Works's student population of 163 students has grown by 91% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 114% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-10
Total Students
163 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Design Works is 0.70, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
27%
31%
Black
45%
15%
White
16%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Design Works?
163 students attend Design Works.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Design Works students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Design Works?
Design Works has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Design Works offer ?
Design Works offers enrollment in grades 9-10
What school district is Design Works part of?
Design Works is part of New York City Geographic District #13.
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