Serving 1,780 students in grades 6-8, Junior High School 259 William Mckinley ranks in the top 20% 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 75% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,780 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Junior High School 259 William Mckinley ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Junior High School 259 William Mckinley's student population of 1,780 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 121 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,780 students
Total Classroom Teachers
121 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
The Pride of Bay Ridge
School Rankings
Junior High School 259 William Mckinley ranks within the top 20% 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 259 William Mckinley is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#521 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
56%
10%
Hispanic
20%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
21%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Junior High School 259 William Mckinley's ranking?
Junior High School 259 William Mckinley is ranked #521 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Junior High School 259 William Mckinley often compared to?
Junior High School 259 William Mckinleyis often viewed alongside schools like Madeleine Brennan School, Christa Mcauliffe School /is 187 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Junior High School 259 William Mckinley?
1,780 students attend Junior High School 259 William Mckinley.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Junior High School 259 William Mckinley students are Asian, 21% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Junior High School 259 William Mckinley?
Junior High School 259 William Mckinley has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Junior High School 259 William Mckinley offer ?
Junior High School 259 William Mckinley offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Junior High School 259 William Mckinley part of?
Junior High School 259 William Mckinley is part of New York City Geographic District #20.
In what neighborhood is Junior High School 259 William Mckinley located?
Junior High School 259 William Mckinley is located in the Dyker Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 5 other public schools located in Dyker Heights.
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