Serving 610 students in grades 6-12, Science Technology & Research Early College ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher 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 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 610 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Science Technology & Research Early College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Science Technology & Research Early College's student population of 610 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
610 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Science Technology & Research Early College ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Science Technology & Research Early College is 0.45, 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
#753 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
12%
29%
Black
73%
16%
White
3%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
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 Science Technology & Research Early College's ranking?
Science Technology & Research Early College is ranked #753 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Science Technology & Research Early College often compared to?
Science Technology & Research Early Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Medgar Evers College Preparatory School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Science Technology & Research Early College?
The graduation rate of Science Technology & Research Early College is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Science Technology & Research Early College?
610 students attend Science Technology & Research Early College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Science Technology & Research Early College students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Science Technology & Research Early College?
Science Technology & Research Early College has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Science Technology & Research Early College offer ?
Science Technology & Research Early College offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Science Technology & Research Early College part of?
Science Technology & Research Early College is part of New York City Geographic District #17 School District.
In what neighborhood is Science Technology & Research Early College located?
Science Technology & Research Early College is located in the Flatbush neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 14 other public schools located in Flatbush.
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