Serving 984 students in grades 6-8, Junior High School 194 William Carr 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 58% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 984 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Junior High School 194 William Carr ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Junior High School 194 William Carr's student population of 984 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
984 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Rankings
Junior High School 194 William Carr 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 Junior High School 194 William Carr is 0.66, 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
#920 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
44%
10%
Hispanic
34%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
19%
40%
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
61%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Junior High School 194 William Carr's ranking?
Junior High School 194 William Carr is ranked #920 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Junior High School 194 William Carr often compared to?
Junior High School 194 William Carris often viewed alongside schools like Junior High School 185 Edward Bleeker by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Junior High School 194 William Carr?
984 students attend Junior High School 194 William Carr.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Junior High School 194 William Carr students are Asian, 34% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Junior High School 194 William Carr?
Junior High School 194 William Carr has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Junior High School 194 William Carr offer ?
Junior High School 194 William Carr offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Junior High School 194 William Carr part of?
Junior High School 194 William Carr is part of New York City Geographic District #25 School District.
In what neighborhood is Junior High School 194 William Carr located?
Junior High School 194 William Carr is located in the Flushing neighborhood of Whitestone, NY.
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