Serving 884 students in grades 6-8, Junior High School 202 Robert H Goddard 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 38% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 884 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Junior High School 202 Robert H Goddard ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Junior High School 202 Robert H Goddard's student population of 884 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
884 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
School Rankings
Junior High School 202 Robert H Goddard ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Junior High School 202 Robert H Goddard is 0.65, 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
#1798 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
33%
10%
Hispanic
49%
30%
Black
7%
16%
White
4%
40%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Junior High School 202 Robert H Goddard's ranking?
Junior High School 202 Robert H Goddard is ranked #1798 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Junior High School 202 Robert H Goddard often compared to?
Junior High School 202 Robert H Goddardis often viewed alongside schools like Junior High School 226 Virgil I Grisson by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Junior High School 202 Robert H Goddard?
884 students attend Junior High School 202 Robert H Goddard.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Junior High School 202 Robert H Goddard students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Junior High School 202 Robert H Goddard?
Junior High School 202 Robert H Goddard 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 202 Robert H Goddard offer ?
Junior High School 202 Robert H Goddard offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Junior High School 202 Robert H Goddard part of?
Junior High School 202 Robert H Goddard is part of New York City Geographic District #27 School District.
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