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Medgar Evers College Preparatory School

1186 Carroll St
Brooklyn, NY 11225
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 1,293 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 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 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 1,293 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : 96% (Top 10% in NY)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 49% (Top 50%)
  • : 80% (Top 10%)
  • : 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:

School Overview

Medgar Evers College Preparatory School's student population of 1,293 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,293 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers

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 0.21, 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.
This School
State Level (NY)
#1123 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
49%
46%
80%
49%
85%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
6%
30%
Black
89%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.21
96%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

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?
1,293 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 Hawaiian.
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 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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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 1,293 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : 96% (Top 10%)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 49% (Top 50%)
  • : 80% (Top 10%)
  • : 85% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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