Serving 1,579 students in grades 6-8, Jhs 201 Dyker Heights ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% 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: 1,579 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jhs 201 Dyker Heights's student population of 1,579 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 102 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,579 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jhs 201 Dyker Heights ranks within the top 30% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jhs 201 Dyker Heights is 0.59, 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
#1035 out of 4093 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
58%
10%
Hispanic
17%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
23%
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
70%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jhs 201 Dyker Heights's ranking?
Jhs 201 Dyker Heights is ranked #1035 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Jhs 201 Dyker Heights often compared to?
Jhs 201 Dyker Heightsis often viewed alongside schools like Ps 229 Dyker, Christa Mcauliffe School /is 187 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Jhs 201 Dyker Heights?
1,579 students attend Jhs 201 Dyker Heights.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Jhs 201 Dyker Heights students are Asian, 23% of students are White, 17% 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 Jhs 201 Dyker Heights?
Jhs 201 Dyker Heights has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jhs 201 Dyker Heights offer ?
Jhs 201 Dyker Heights offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jhs 201 Dyker Heights part of?
Jhs 201 Dyker Heights is part of New York City Geographic District #20 School District.
In what neighborhood is Jhs 201 Dyker Heights located?
Jhs 201 Dyker Heights is located in the Dyker Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 5 other public schools located in Dyker Heights.
School Reviews
5 7/1/2019
School is good . Excellent principal who cares about the students. Teachers haven't been so great.
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