Serving 1,445 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 49% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). 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 18:1 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 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,445 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85% (Top 50%)
- 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 1,445 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,445 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Medgar Evers College Preparatory School 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 Medgar Evers College Preparatory School is 0.26, 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
#1123 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
86%
16%
White
1%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
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 #1123 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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%.
How many students attend Medgar Evers College Preparatory School?
1,445 students attend Medgar Evers College Preparatory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Medgar Evers College Preparatory School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Medgar Evers College Preparatory School?
Medgar Evers College Preparatory School has a student ration of 18:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
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 School District.
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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