Serving 135 students in grades 6-8, Ronald Edmonds Learning Center Ii 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 10-14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 135 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ronald Edmonds Learning Center Ii ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Ronald Edmonds Learning Center Ii's student population of 135 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
135 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ronald Edmonds Learning Center Ii 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 Ronald Edmonds Learning Center Ii is 0.32, 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
#3625 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
17%
29%
Black
81%
16%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ronald Edmonds Learning Center Ii's ranking?
Ronald Edmonds Learning Center Ii is ranked #3625 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ronald Edmonds Learning Center Ii often compared to?
Ronald Edmonds Learning Center Iiis often viewed alongside schools like Middle School 35 Stephen Decatur, Mott Hall Iv by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ronald Edmonds Learning Center Ii?
135 students attend Ronald Edmonds Learning Center Ii.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Ronald Edmonds Learning Center Ii students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ronald Edmonds Learning Center Ii?
Ronald Edmonds Learning Center Ii has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ronald Edmonds Learning Center Ii offer ?
Ronald Edmonds Learning Center Ii offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ronald Edmonds Learning Center Ii part of?
Ronald Edmonds Learning Center Ii is part of New York City Geographic District #17 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ronald Edmonds Learning Center Ii located?
Ronald Edmonds Learning Center Ii is located in the Ocean Hill neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 14 other public schools located in Ocean Hill.
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