Serving 99 students in grades 6-8, Ronald Edmonds Learning Center Ii ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 99 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Ronald Edmonds Learning Center II serves an attendance zone in Brooklyn, NY, covering approximately 5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ronald Edmonds Learning Center Ii's student population of 99 students has declined by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
99 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Ronald Edmonds Learning Center Ii ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ronald Edmonds Learning Center Ii is 0.36, 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
#2894 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
78%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
39%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)61.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ronald Edmonds Learning Center Ii's ranking?
Ronald Edmonds Learning Center Ii is ranked #2894 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ronald Edmonds Learning Center Ii often compared to?
Ronald Edmonds Learning Center Iiis often viewed alongside schools like Middle School 35 Stephen Decatur, Mott Hall Iv by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ronald Edmonds Learning Center Ii?
99 students attend Ronald Edmonds Learning Center Ii.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Ronald Edmonds Learning Center Ii students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ronald Edmonds Learning Center Ii?
Ronald Edmonds Learning Center Ii has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ronald Edmonds Learning Center Ii offer ?
Ronald Edmonds Learning Center Ii offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ronald Edmonds Learning Center Ii part of?
Ronald Edmonds Learning Center Ii is part of New York City Geographic District #17.
In what neighborhood is Ronald Edmonds Learning Center Ii located?
Ronald Edmonds Learning Center Ii is located in the Ocean Hill neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 14 other public schools located in Ocean Hill.
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