Serving 595 students in grades 9-12, Rachel Carson High School For Coastal Studies ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 595 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rachel Carson High School For Coastal Studies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Rachel Carson High School For Coastal Studies's student population of 595 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
595 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rachel Carson High School For Coastal Studies 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 Rachel Carson High School For Coastal Studies is 0.70, 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
#2373 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
13%
10%
Hispanic
20%
29%
Black
8%
16%
White
49%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rachel Carson High School For Coastal Studies's ranking?
Rachel Carson High School For Coastal Studies is ranked #2373 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?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rachel Carson High School For Coastal Studies?
The graduation rate of Rachel Carson High School For Coastal Studies is 85-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Rachel Carson High School For Coastal Studies?
595 students attend Rachel Carson High School For Coastal Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Rachel Carson High School For Coastal Studies students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rachel Carson High School For Coastal Studies?
Rachel Carson High School For Coastal Studies has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rachel Carson High School For Coastal Studies offer ?
Rachel Carson High School For Coastal Studies offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Rachel Carson High School For Coastal Studies part of?
Rachel Carson High School For Coastal Studies is part of New York City Geographic District #21 School District.
In what neighborhood is Rachel Carson High School For Coastal Studies located?
Rachel Carson High School For Coastal Studies is located in the Coney Island neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Coney Island.
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