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#968 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 20% in state

Evergreen Middle School for Urban Exploration

Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #32

125 COVERT ST, Brooklyn, NY 11207

Enrollment

350

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

7.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#968 of 4,742

In Brooklyn

#104 of 570

public schools

In district

#4 of 27

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #32

Academic growth

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Evergreen Middle School for Urban Exploration

7.7/10

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About Evergreen Middle School for Urban Exploration

Evergreen Middle School for Urban Exploration is a public middle school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #32. Evergreen Middle School for Urban Exploration serves approximately 350 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Evergreen Middle School for Urban Exploration has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #968 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Evergreen Middle School for Urban Exploration show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).

How it compares2.1 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.6
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Evergreen Middle School for Urban Exploration sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.9Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change+3.1 pts/yr
Data Period2012–2022
TrendImproving
Academics4.3Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-28.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-22.8 pts
Overall Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-12.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Chronic Absenteeism15.7%

Evergreen Middle School for Urban Exploration — Students at Evergreen Middle School for Urban Exploration score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

89.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 9.4% (multi-year average, 2012-2022)
School
State
40.2% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 29.0% (multi-year average, 2012-2022)
School
State
57.2% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 27 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2012
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2013
Math
3%
ELA
5%
2014
Math
2%
ELA
7%
2015
Math
3%
ELA
9%
2016
Math
5%
ELA
11%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
23%
2018
Math
20%
ELA
30%
2019
Math
20%
ELA
30%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
49.5%
2021*
Math
11.3%
ELA
49.9%
2022
Math
10.9%
ELA
40%

* 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: 9.9/10.

How Evergreen Middle School for Urban Exploration Compares

See how Evergreen Middle School for Urban Exploration performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
80th percentile in NY
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
9.9/10
Excellent
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
89%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.7%

Location

125 COVERT ST, Brooklyn, NY 11207

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Evergreen Middle School for Urban Exploration may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BROOKLYN ENVIRONMENTAL EXPLORATION SCHOOL (BEES) (rated 7.2/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, JHS 291 ROLAND HAYES (rated 4.9/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.5 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,419

Median Home Value

$657,400

Median Rent

$1,443/mo

Population

93,445

College Educated

19.4%

Homeownership

26.9%

Avg Commute

45.9 min

Poverty Rate

27.3%

Median Age

36.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Evergreen Middle School for Urban Exploration

What grades does Evergreen Middle School for Urban Exploration serve?

Evergreen Middle School for Urban Exploration serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Evergreen Middle School for Urban Exploration?

Evergreen Middle School for Urban Exploration has an enrollment of approximately 350 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Evergreen Middle School for Urban Exploration?

The student-teacher ratio at Evergreen Middle School for Urban Exploration is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Evergreen Middle School for Urban Exploration rank in NY?

Evergreen Middle School for Urban Exploration ranks #968 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Evergreen Middle School for Urban Exploration's MySchoolScout rating?

Evergreen Middle School for Urban Exploration has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Evergreen Middle School for Urban Exploration?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Evergreen Middle School for Urban Exploration has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).

Is Evergreen Middle School for Urban Exploration a charter school?

No, Evergreen Middle School for Urban Exploration is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Evergreen Middle School for Urban Exploration a Title I school?

No, Evergreen Middle School for Urban Exploration is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Evergreen Middle School for Urban Exploration?

89.4% of students at Evergreen Middle School for Urban Exploration qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
89 Very Walkable
Transit Score
96 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
78 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
350
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
89.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Kings County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.7%

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