Serving 619 students in grades 6-8, Junior High School 189 Daniel Carter Beard ranks in the top 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 49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 619 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Junior High School 189 Daniel Carter Beard ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Junior High School 189 Daniel Carter Beard's student population of 619 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
619 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We R.I.S.E. to Success Together!
School Mascot
Bulldog
School Rankings
Junior High School 189 Daniel Carter Beard ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Junior High School 189 Daniel Carter Beard is 0.58, 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
#2001 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
49%
10%
Hispanic
43%
30%
Black
4%
16%
White
2%
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
80%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Junior High School 189 Daniel Carter Beard's ranking?
Junior High School 189 Daniel Carter Beard is ranked #2001 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Junior High School 189 Daniel Carter Beard often compared to?
Junior High School 189 Daniel Carter Beardis often viewed alongside schools like Junior High School 185 Edward Bleeker, I.s. 237 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Junior High School 189 Daniel Carter Beard?
619 students attend Junior High School 189 Daniel Carter Beard.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Junior High School 189 Daniel Carter Beard students are Asian, 43% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Junior High School 189 Daniel Carter Beard?
Junior High School 189 Daniel Carter Beard has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Junior High School 189 Daniel Carter Beard offer ?
Junior High School 189 Daniel Carter Beard offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Junior High School 189 Daniel Carter Beard part of?
Junior High School 189 Daniel Carter Beard is part of New York City Geographic District #25.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Don't listen to any rumors. This school is really great and cares a lot about student success.
2 10/10/2025
I think it was unfair what happened to my daughter 6th grade and who mistakenly painted a math book and was charged 100 dollars
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