Serving 1,403 students in grades 6-8, Junior High School 234 Arthur W Cunningham ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (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 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,403 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Junior High School 234 Arthur W Cunningham ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Junior High School 234 Arthur W Cunningham's student population of 1,403 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,403 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
School Rankings
Junior High School 234 Arthur W Cunningham ranks within the top 30% 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 234 Arthur W Cunningham is 0.70, 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
#946 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
27%
10%
Hispanic
14%
30%
Black
8%
16%
White
46%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 234 Arthur W Cunningham's ranking?
Junior High School 234 Arthur W Cunningham is ranked #946 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Junior High School 234 Arthur W Cunningham often compared to?
Junior High School 234 Arthur W Cunninghamis often viewed alongside schools like Junior High School 278 Marine Park by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Junior High School 234 Arthur W Cunningham?
1,403 students attend Junior High School 234 Arthur W Cunningham.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Junior High School 234 Arthur W Cunningham students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Junior High School 234 Arthur W Cunningham?
Junior High School 234 Arthur W Cunningham has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Junior High School 234 Arthur W Cunningham offer ?
Junior High School 234 Arthur W Cunningham offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Junior High School 234 Arthur W Cunningham part of?
Junior High School 234 Arthur W Cunningham is part of New York City Geographic District #22 School District.
In what neighborhood is Junior High School 234 Arthur W Cunningham located?
Junior High School 234 Arthur W Cunningham is located in the Homecrest neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Homecrest.
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