Serving 218 students in grades 6-8, Highland Park Community School ranks in the bottom 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 36% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 218 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Highland Park Community School serves a 0.4 square mile area in Brooklyn, NY, with most students living within a 5 to 10-minute drive, approximately 0.4 miles from the school, while the furthest boundary extends to about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Highland Park Community School's student population of 218 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
218 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Highland Park Community School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Park Community School is 0.29, 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
#2946 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
84%
31%
Black
8%
15%
White
2%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Park Community School's ranking?
Highland Park Community School is ranked #2946 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Highland Park Community School often compared to?
Highland Park Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vista Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Highland Park Community School?
218 students attend Highland Park Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Highland Park Community School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland Park Community School?
Highland Park Community School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Highland Park Community School offer ?
Highland Park Community School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Highland Park Community School part of?
Highland Park Community School is part of New York City Geographic District #19.
In what neighborhood is Highland Park Community School located?
Highland Park Community School is located in the Cypress Hills neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Cypress Hills.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Really fun school in. I am in the 7th.
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