Serving 203 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts 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 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to 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 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 203 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts's student population of 203 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
203 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts is 0.52, 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
#3769 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Hispanic
35%
31%
Black
60%
15%
White
3%
39%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)65.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts's ranking?
Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts is ranked #3769 out of 4,346 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts?
203 students attend Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts students are Black, 35% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts?
Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts offer ?
Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts part of?
Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts is part of New York City Geographic District #23.
In what neighborhood is Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts located?
Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts is located in the Brownsville neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 28 other public schools located in Brownsville.
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