Serving 140 students in grades 9-12, Teachers Preparatory High 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher 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 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 140 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Teachers Preparatory High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Teachers Preparatory High School's student population of 140 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
140 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Teachers Preparatory High 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 Teachers Preparatory High School is 0.47, 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
#1303 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
26%
29%
Black
68%
16%
White
1%
41%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Teachers Preparatory High School's ranking?
Teachers Preparatory High School is ranked #1303 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Teachers Preparatory High School often compared to?
Teachers Preparatory High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Brooklyn Community High School, Brooklyn Democracy Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Teachers Preparatory High School?
The graduation rate of Teachers Preparatory High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Teachers Preparatory High School?
140 students attend Teachers Preparatory High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Teachers Preparatory High School students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Teachers Preparatory High School?
Teachers Preparatory High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Teachers Preparatory High School offer ?
Teachers Preparatory High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Teachers Preparatory High School part of?
Teachers Preparatory High School is part of New York City Geographic District #23 School District.
In what neighborhood is Teachers Preparatory High School located?
Teachers Preparatory High School is located in the Brownsville neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 28 other public schools located in Brownsville.
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