Serving 929 students in grades 6-8, Christa Mcauliffe School /is 187 ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 929 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Christa Mcauliffe School /is 187 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Christa Mcauliffe School /is 187's student population of 929 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
929 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Rankings
Christa Mcauliffe School /is 187 ranks within the top 10% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Christa Mcauliffe School /is 187 is 0.39, 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
#225 out of 4377 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
77%
10%
Hispanic
10%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
11%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Christa Mcauliffe School /is 187's ranking?
Christa Mcauliffe School /is 187 is ranked #225 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Christa Mcauliffe School /is 187 often compared to?
Christa Mcauliffe School /is 187is often viewed alongside schools like Mark Twain Is 239 For The Gifted And Talented, Madeleine Brennan School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Christa Mcauliffe School /is 187?
929 students attend Christa Mcauliffe School /is 187.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Christa Mcauliffe School /is 187 students are Asian, 11% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Christa Mcauliffe School /is 187?
Christa Mcauliffe School /is 187 has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Christa Mcauliffe School /is 187 offer ?
Christa Mcauliffe School /is 187 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Christa Mcauliffe School /is 187 part of?
Christa Mcauliffe School /is 187 is part of New York City Geographic District #20 School District.
In what neighborhood is Christa Mcauliffe School /is 187 located?
Christa Mcauliffe School /is 187 is located in the Dyker Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 5 other public schools located in Dyker Heights.
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