Serving 918 students in grades 6-8, Junior High School 88 Peter Rouget 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 40% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% 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: 918 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Junior High School 88 Peter Rouget ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Junior High School 88 Peter Rouget's student population of 918 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
918 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
School Rankings
Junior High School 88 Peter Rouget 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 88 Peter Rouget is 0.68, 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
#1636 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
10%
Hispanic
50%
30%
Black
15%
16%
White
21%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 88 Peter Rouget's ranking?
Junior High School 88 Peter Rouget is ranked #1636 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Junior High School 88 Peter Rouget often compared to?
Junior High School 88 Peter Rougetis often viewed alongside schools like Park Slope Collegiate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Junior High School 88 Peter Rouget?
918 students attend Junior High School 88 Peter Rouget.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Junior High School 88 Peter Rouget students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Junior High School 88 Peter Rouget?
Junior High School 88 Peter Rouget has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Junior High School 88 Peter Rouget offer ?
Junior High School 88 Peter Rouget offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Junior High School 88 Peter Rouget part of?
Junior High School 88 Peter Rouget is part of New York City Geographic District #15 School District.
In what neighborhood is Junior High School 88 Peter Rouget located?
Junior High School 88 Peter Rouget is located in the Sunset Park neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 24 other public schools located in Sunset Park.
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