Serving 150 students in grades 9-12, Holcombe L Rucker School Of Community Research ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was ≥80% (which was higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 60-79% (which was higher than the New York state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 was equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment was 99% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which was higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
150 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)≥80%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)60-79%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
45%
30%
Black
49%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)50-59%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Holcombe L Rucker School Of Community Research?
The graduation rate of Holcombe L Rucker School Of Community Research is 50-59%, which is lower than the New York state average of 82%.
How many students attend Holcombe L Rucker School Of Community Research?
150 students attend Holcombe L Rucker School Of Community Research.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Holcombe L Rucker School Of Community Research students are Black, 45% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holcombe L Rucker School Of Community Research?
Holcombe L Rucker School Of Community Research has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Holcombe L Rucker School Of Community Research offer ?
Holcombe L Rucker School Of Community Research offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Holcombe L Rucker School Of Community Research part of?
Holcombe L Rucker School Of Community Research is part of New York City Geographic District # 8 School District.
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