Serving 285 students in grades 6-8, Ms 890 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 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ms 890 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Ms 890's student population of 285 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 47% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
285 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ms 890 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ms 890 is 0.71, 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
#3266 out of 4093 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
18%
10%
Hispanic
40%
29%
Black
31%
16%
White
9%
41%
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
74%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ms 890's ranking?
Ms 890 is ranked #3266 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Ms 890?
285 students attend Ms 890.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Ms 890 students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 18% of students are Asian, 9% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ms 890?
Ms 890 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ms 890 offer ?
Ms 890 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ms 890 part of?
Ms 890 is part of New York City Geographic District #22 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ms 890 located?
Ms 890 is located in the Kensington neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Kensington.
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