Design Works serves 85 students in grades 9.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% 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: 9
- Enrollment: 85 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9
Total Students
85 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Design Works is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
20%
30%
Black
44%
16%
White
18%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 12/29/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Design Works?
85 students attend Design Works.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Design Works students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Design Works?
Design Works has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Design Works offer ?
Design Works offers enrollment in grades 9
What school district is Design Works part of?
Design Works is part of New York City Geographic District #13 School District.
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