Serving 220 students in grades 6-8, I.s. 206 Ann Mersereau 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 10-14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
I.s. 206 Ann Mersereau ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
I.s. 206 Ann Mersereau's student population of 220 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
220 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
I.s. 206 Ann Mersereau ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of I.s. 206 Ann Mersereau is 0.27, 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
#3961 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
85%
30%
Black
12%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 I.s. 206 Ann Mersereau's ranking?
I.s. 206 Ann Mersereau is ranked #3961 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are I.s. 206 Ann Mersereau often compared to?
I.s. 206 Ann Mersereauis often viewed alongside schools like Hunters Point Community Middle School, John Ericsson Middle School 126 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend I.s. 206 Ann Mersereau?
220 students attend I.s. 206 Ann Mersereau.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of I.s. 206 Ann Mersereau students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of I.s. 206 Ann Mersereau?
I.s. 206 Ann Mersereau has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does I.s. 206 Ann Mersereau offer ?
I.s. 206 Ann Mersereau offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is I.s. 206 Ann Mersereau part of?
I.s. 206 Ann Mersereau is part of New York City Geographic District #10 School District.
In what neighborhood is I.s. 206 Ann Mersereau located?
I.s. 206 Ann Mersereau is located in the University Heights neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 8 other public schools located in University Heights.
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