Serving 1,469 students in grades 6-8, Junior High School 185 Edward Bleeker ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,469 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Junior High School 185 Edward Bleeker ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Junior High School 185 Edward Bleeker's student population of 1,469 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 113 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,469 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
113 teachers
School Rankings
Junior High School 185 Edward Bleeker ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Junior High School 185 Edward Bleeker is 0.56, 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
#973 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
58%
10%
Hispanic
32%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
7%
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
70%
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 Junior High School 185 Edward Bleeker's ranking?
Junior High School 185 Edward Bleeker is ranked #973 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Junior High School 185 Edward Bleeker often compared to?
Junior High School 185 Edward Bleekeris often viewed alongside schools like Junior High School 194 William Carr by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Junior High School 185 Edward Bleeker?
1,469 students attend Junior High School 185 Edward Bleeker.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Junior High School 185 Edward Bleeker students are Asian, 32% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Junior High School 185 Edward Bleeker?
Junior High School 185 Edward Bleeker has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Junior High School 185 Edward Bleeker offer ?
Junior High School 185 Edward Bleeker offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Junior High School 185 Edward Bleeker part of?
Junior High School 185 Edward Bleeker is part of New York City Geographic District #25 School District.
School Reviews
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