Excellent
#689 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 15% in state
Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School
High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19
999 JAMAICA AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11208
Enrollment
409
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
8.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
409
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
8.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#689 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#70 of 570
public schools
In district
#2 of 52
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School
Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School is a public high school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19. Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School serves approximately 409 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #689 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 6.4
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
60% of students at Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School — Students at Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 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: 9.6/10.
How Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School Compares
See how Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
999 JAMAICA AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11208
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BROOKLYN LAB SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10), with a very similar rating. Another option is MULTICULTURAL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ACADEMY OF INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY (rated 7.7/10), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MULTICULTURAL HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.0 mi | 7.8 |
| BROOKLYN LAB SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.0 mi | 8.0 |
| ACADEMY OF INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY Brooklyn | 0.0 mi | 7.7 |
| URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL FOR COLLABORATIVE HEALTHCARE (THE) Brooklyn | 0.0 mi | 6.4 |
| PS 7 ABRAHAM LINCOLN Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 4.4 |
| IS 171 ABRAHAM LINCOLN Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| HIGHLAND PARK COMMUNITY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| PS 97 FOREST PARK Woodhaven | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| PS 65 Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| CYPRESS HILLS ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Woodhaven | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| PS/IS 119 GLENDALE (THE) Glendale | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| SACRED HEART CATHOLIC ACADEMY Glendale | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| PS 938 Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| MS 935 Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| PS/IS 113 ANTHONY J PRANZO Glendale | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| TRANSIT TECH CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 60 WOODHAVEN Woodhaven | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| PS 64 JOSEPH P ADDABBO Ozone Park | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11208 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,988
Median Home Value
$638,200
Median Rent
$1,563/mo
Population
106,901
College Educated
15.8%
Homeownership
25.9%
Avg Commute
45.2 min
Poverty Rate
20.1%
Median Age
34.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACADEMY FOR LANGUAGE AND TECHNOLOGY Bronx, NY | 8.0 |
| BROOKLYN COLLEGIATE: A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 8.0 |
| BROOKLYN INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 8.0 |
| BROOKLYN LAB SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 8.0 |
| CALEDONIA-MUMFORD MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL Caledonia, NY | 8.0 |
| CIVIC LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Elmhurst, NY | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School
What grades does Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School serve?
Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School?
Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School has an enrollment of approximately 409 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School rank in NY?
Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School ranks #689 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School a charter school?
No, Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School a Title I school?
No, Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School?
89.2% of students at Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 409
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 60.4%
- Phone
- (718) 647-1672
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19- District Enrollment
- 19,963
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #2 of 52
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