Serving 281 students in grades 6-8, Junior High School 162 Willoughby 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 16% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than 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: 281 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: JHS 162 Willoughby serves a 0.3 square mile area in Brooklyn, NY, with most students living within a 0.3-mile distance from the school and a typical drive time of 5-10 minutes. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is approximately 0.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Junior High School 162 Willoughby's student population of 281 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
281 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Junior High School 162 Willoughby 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 Junior High School 162 Willoughby is 0.22, 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
#4026 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
88%
31%
Black
5%
15%
White
2%
39%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Junior High School 162 Willoughby's ranking?
Junior High School 162 Willoughby is ranked #4026 out of 4,346 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Junior High School 162 Willoughby?
281 students attend Junior High School 162 Willoughby.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Junior High School 162 Willoughby students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Junior High School 162 Willoughby?
Junior High School 162 Willoughby has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Junior High School 162 Willoughby offer ?
Junior High School 162 Willoughby offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Junior High School 162 Willoughby part of?
Junior High School 162 Willoughby is part of New York City Geographic District #32.
In what neighborhood is Junior High School 162 Willoughby located?
Junior High School 162 Willoughby is located in the Bushwick neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 35 other public schools located in Bushwick.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school is the best this school helped my daughter improve from a 55 to a 81 with all the saterday program IEP after school but at the same time my daughter put work into it
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