Serving 643 students in grades 6-8, Jhs 189 Daniel Carter Beard ranks in the top 50% 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 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 643 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jhs 189 Daniel Carter Beard ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Jhs 189 Daniel Carter Beard's student population of 643 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
643 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jhs 189 Daniel Carter Beard ranks within the top 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jhs 189 Daniel Carter Beard is 0.55, 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
#1624 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
57%
10%
Hispanic
36%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
2%
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
76%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jhs 189 Daniel Carter Beard's ranking?
Jhs 189 Daniel Carter Beard is ranked #1624 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Jhs 189 Daniel Carter Beard often compared to?
Jhs 189 Daniel Carter Beardis often viewed alongside schools like Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker, Is 237 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Jhs 189 Daniel Carter Beard?
643 students attend Jhs 189 Daniel Carter Beard.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Jhs 189 Daniel Carter Beard students are Asian, 36% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jhs 189 Daniel Carter Beard?
Jhs 189 Daniel Carter Beard has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jhs 189 Daniel Carter Beard offer ?
Jhs 189 Daniel Carter Beard offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jhs 189 Daniel Carter Beard part of?
Jhs 189 Daniel Carter Beard is part of New York City Geographic District #25 School District.
School Reviews
5 5/9/2017
Don't listen to any rumors. This school is really great and cares a lot about student success.
2 5/2/2015
I think it was unfair what happened to my daughter 6th grade and who mistakenly painted a math book and was charged 100 dollars
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