Serving 274 students in grades 6-8, Dock Street School For Steam Studies 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 27% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dock Street School For Steam Studies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Dock Street School For Steam Studies's student population of 274 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Dock Street School For Steam Studies ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dock Street School For Steam Studies is 0.48, 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
#1849 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
16%
30%
Black
70%
16%
White
6%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dock Street School For Steam Studies's ranking?
Dock Street School For Steam Studies is ranked #1849 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Dock Street School For Steam Studies often compared to?
Dock Street School For Steam Studiesis often viewed alongside schools like Middle School 266 Park Place Community Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Dock Street School For Steam Studies?
274 students attend Dock Street School For Steam Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Dock Street School For Steam Studies students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dock Street School For Steam Studies?
Dock Street School For Steam Studies has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dock Street School For Steam Studies offer ?
Dock Street School For Steam Studies offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dock Street School For Steam Studies part of?
Dock Street School For Steam Studies is part of New York City Geographic District #13 School District.
In what neighborhood is Dock Street School For Steam Studies located?
Dock Street School For Steam Studies is located in the Dumbo neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY.
School Reviews
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