Serving 1,267 students in grades 6-12, Medgar Evers College Preparatory School 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 53% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,267 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Medgar Evers College Preparatory School serves a broad attendance zone in Brooklyn, NY, covering approximately 63.3 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 7.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Medgar Evers College Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Medgar Evers College Preparatory School's student population of 1,267 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,267 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
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School Rankings
Medgar Evers College Preparatory School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Medgar Evers College Preparatory School is 0.21, 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
#1133 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
49%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
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American Indian
2%
1%
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Asian
1%
10%
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Hispanic
6%
31%
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Black
89%
15%
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White
1%
39%
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Two or more races
1%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Graduation Rate
96%
87.2%
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Medgar Evers College Preparatory School's ranking?
Medgar Evers College Preparatory School is ranked #1133 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Medgar Evers College Preparatory School often compared to?
Medgar Evers College Preparatory Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Science Technology & Research Early College by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Medgar Evers College Preparatory School?
The graduation rate of Medgar Evers College Preparatory School is 96%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Medgar Evers College Preparatory School?
1,267 students attend Medgar Evers College Preparatory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Medgar Evers College Preparatory School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Medgar Evers College Preparatory School?
Medgar Evers College Preparatory School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Medgar Evers College Preparatory School offer ?
Medgar Evers College Preparatory School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Medgar Evers College Preparatory School part of?
Medgar Evers College Preparatory School is part of New York City Geographic District #17.
In what neighborhood is Medgar Evers College Preparatory School located?
Medgar Evers College Preparatory School is located in the Crown Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 33 other public schools located in Crown Heights.
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