Serving 350 students in grades 6-8, Evergreen Middle School For Urban Exploration ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Evergreen Middle School For Urban Exploration ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Evergreen Middle School For Urban Exploration's student population of 350 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
350 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Evergreen Middle School For Urban Exploration ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Evergreen Middle School For Urban Exploration is 0.25, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#3640 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
86%
30%
Black
12%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Evergreen Middle School For Urban Exploration's ranking?
Evergreen Middle School For Urban Exploration is ranked #3640 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Evergreen Middle School For Urban Exploration?
350 students attend Evergreen Middle School For Urban Exploration.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Evergreen Middle School For Urban Exploration students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Evergreen Middle School For Urban Exploration?
Evergreen Middle School For Urban Exploration has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Evergreen Middle School For Urban Exploration offer ?
Evergreen Middle School For Urban Exploration offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Evergreen Middle School For Urban Exploration part of?
Evergreen Middle School For Urban Exploration is part of New York City Geographic District #32 School District.
In what neighborhood is Evergreen Middle School For Urban Exploration located?
Evergreen Middle School For Urban Exploration is located in the Bushwick neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 35 other public schools located in Bushwick.
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