New York City Geographic District # 8

District Student-Teacher Ratio

The New York City Geographic District # 8 has 15 students for every full-time equivalent teacher, with the NY state average being 13 students per full-time equivalent teacher.  

District Student Information

The New York City Geographic District # 8 had a grades 9-12 dropout rate of 13% in 2009.  The national grades 9-12 dropout rate in 2007 was 4.4%.  

In the New York City Geographic District # 8, 24% of students have an IEP (Individualized Education Program).  An IEP is a written plan for students eligible for special needs services.  

The New York City Geographic District # 8 serves 12% English Language Learners (ELL).  ELL students are in the process of acquiring and learning English Language skills.