Rachel Carson High School for Coastal Studies is a public high school in Coney Island, Brooklyn, New York City. It is a part of the New York City Department of Education.
Serving 589 students in grades 9-12, Rachel Carson High School For Coastal Studies 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 45-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower 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 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rachel Carson High School For Coastal Studies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Rachel Carson High School For Coastal Studies's student population of 589 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
589 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rachel Carson High School For Coastal Studies 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 Rachel Carson High School For Coastal Studies is 0.64, 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
#3251 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
10%
Hispanic
21%
30%
Black
9%
16%
White
54%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Rachel Carson High School For Coastal Studies's ranking?
Rachel Carson High School For Coastal Studies is ranked #3251 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rachel Carson High School For Coastal Studies?
The graduation rate of Rachel Carson High School For Coastal Studies is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Rachel Carson High School For Coastal Studies?
589 students attend Rachel Carson High School For Coastal Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Rachel Carson High School For Coastal Studies students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rachel Carson High School For Coastal Studies?
Rachel Carson High School For Coastal Studies has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rachel Carson High School For Coastal Studies offer ?
Rachel Carson High School For Coastal Studies offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rachel Carson High School For Coastal Studies part of?
Rachel Carson High School For Coastal Studies is part of New York City Geographic District #21 School District.
In what neighborhood is Rachel Carson High School For Coastal Studies located?
Rachel Carson High School For Coastal Studies is located in the Coney Island neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Coney Island.
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