Excellent
#445 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 9% in state
Christa Mcauliffe School (the) /is 187
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20
1171 65TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11219
Enrollment
929
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
8.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
929
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
8.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#445 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#36 of 570
public schools
In district
#13 of 45
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Christa Mcauliffe School (the) /is 187
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About Christa Mcauliffe School (the) /is 187
Christa Mcauliffe School (the) /is 187 is a public middle school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20. Christa Mcauliffe School (the) /is 187 serves approximately 929 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Christa Mcauliffe School (the) /is 187 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #445 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Christa Mcauliffe School (the) /is 187 show 96% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 96% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 8.3
- NY avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Christa Mcauliffe School (the) /is 187 — Students at Christa Mcauliffe School (the) /is 187 score 91% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 33 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.8/10.
How Christa Mcauliffe School (the) /is 187 Compares
See how Christa Mcauliffe School (the) /is 187 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1171 65TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11219
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Christa Mcauliffe School (the) /is 187 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. JHS 259 WILLIAM MCKINLEY (rated 8.3/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is JHS 227 EDWARD B SHALLOW (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, TOCAH VYIRAH OF BORO PARK (rated 5.9/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 176 OVINGTON Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| PS 105 BLYTHEBOURNE (THE) Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 8.4 |
| SCHOOL FOR FUTURE LEADERS (THE) Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 9.2 |
| HASC - HEBREW ACADEMY FOR SPECIAL CHILDREN Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| HEBREW ACADEMY FOR SPECIAL Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| BAIS CHAYA ESTHER Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| PS 69 VINCENT D GRIPPO SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 9.0 |
| TALMUD TORAH DRABINU YOEL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| UNITED TALMUDICAL ACADEMY-TORAH V'YIRAH Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| PS 112 LEFFERTS PARK Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| PS 160 WILLIAM T SAMPSON Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 9.1 |
| JHS 227 EDWARD B SHALLOW Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| JHS 259 WILLIAM MCKINLEY Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| TALMUD TORAH TIFERES BUNIM Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| YESHIVA TIFERES BUNIM Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| ST EPHREM CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| TOCAH VYIRAH OF BORO PARK Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| BAIS SARAH-EDUC SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| BAIS ROCHEL SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| UNITED TALMUDICAL ACADEMY-TORAH V'YIRAH Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11219 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,685
Median Home Value
$1,086,000
Median Rent
$1,678/mo
Population
94,737
College Educated
21.5%
Homeownership
26%
Avg Commute
35.7 min
Poverty Rate
31.8%
Median Age
25.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| JHS 223 MONTAUK (THE) Brooklyn, NY | 8.3 |
| MERRICK AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Merrick, NY | 8.3 |
| ROBERT E BELL SCHOOL Chappaqua, NY | 8.3 |
| SOUTH SIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL Rockville Centre, NY | 8.3 |
| WOODLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL East Meadow, NY | 8.3 |
| WOODMERE MIDDLE SCHOOL Hewlett, NY | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Christa Mcauliffe School (the) /is 187
What grades does Christa Mcauliffe School (the) /is 187 serve?
Christa Mcauliffe School (the) /is 187 serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Christa Mcauliffe School (the) /is 187?
Christa Mcauliffe School (the) /is 187 has an enrollment of approximately 929 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Christa Mcauliffe School (the) /is 187?
The student-teacher ratio at Christa Mcauliffe School (the) /is 187 is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Christa Mcauliffe School (the) /is 187 rank in NY?
Christa Mcauliffe School (the) /is 187 ranks #445 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Christa Mcauliffe School (the) /is 187's MySchoolScout rating?
Christa Mcauliffe School (the) /is 187 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Christa Mcauliffe School (the) /is 187?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Christa Mcauliffe School (the) /is 187 has 96% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 96% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Christa Mcauliffe School (the) /is 187 a charter school?
No, Christa Mcauliffe School (the) /is 187 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Christa Mcauliffe School (the) /is 187 a Title I school?
No, Christa Mcauliffe School (the) /is 187 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Christa Mcauliffe School (the) /is 187?
77.5% of students at Christa Mcauliffe School (the) /is 187 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 929
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 59
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 5.2%
- Phone
- (718) 236-3394
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20- District Enrollment
- 46,673
- Schools in District
- 45
- District Rank
- #13 of 45
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