MEDGAR EVERS COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL
1,351 Students
High School 6th - 12th
School Overview
Medgar Evers College Preparatory School (MECPS), located in the Crown Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn, is a highly regarded 6–12 secondary school that operates through a unique collaborative partnership with Medgar Evers College (CUNY). The school is distinguished by its rigorous academic environment, which emphasizes a college-preparatory curriculum designed to prepare students for the demands of higher education. By leveraging its connection to the college, MECPS offers students the opportunity to engage in advanced coursework, potentially earn college credits, and gain early exposure to a university-level atmosphere, effectively bridging the gap between secondary and post-secondary education.
The school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence and its emphasis on fostering a supportive, scholarly community. Its pedagogical approach often focuses on critical thinking, intellectual curiosity, and long-term professional development. With its strong reputation in the New York City public school system, MECPS serves as a vital educational institution for students seeking a challenging environment that prioritizes academic achievement, personal growth, and clear pathways to university success.
The school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence and its emphasis on fostering a supportive, scholarly community. Its pedagogical approach often focuses on critical thinking, intellectual curiosity, and long-term professional development. With its strong reputation in the New York City public school system, MECPS serves as a vital educational institution for students seeking a challenging environment that prioritizes academic achievement, personal growth, and clear pathways to university success.
1,351
Total Students
74.3
Full-Time Teachers
18.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
61.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 12 |
| Hispanic | 81 |
| Black | 1,118 |
| Asian | 24 |
| Two or More | 90 |
| American Indian | 23 |
| Pacific Islander | 3 |
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Black1,118 (82.8 %)
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Two or More90 (6.7 %)
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Hispanic81 (6.0 %)
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Asian24 (1.8 %)
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American Indian23 (1.7 %)
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White12 (0.9 %)
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Pacific Islander3 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17 |
| Phone: | (718)703-5400 |
| Website: | http://www.mecps.org |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,351 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 74.3 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 18.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 784 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 48 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
145
Grade 7
153
Grade 8
173
Grade 9
247
Grade 10
221
Grade 11
216
Grade 12
196
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 145 |
| Grade 7 | 153 |
| Grade 8 | 173 |
| Grade 9 | 247 |
| Grade 10 | 221 |
| Grade 11 | 216 |
| Grade 12 | 196 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 739 | 54.7% |
| Male | 612 | 45.3% |
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