MEDGAR EVERS COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL

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.
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

Student Demographics for MEDGAR EVERS COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White12
Hispanic81
Black1,118
Asian24
Two or More90
American Indian23
Pacific Islander3
  • Black
    1,118 (82.8 %)
  • Two or More
    90 (6.7 %)
  • Hispanic
    81 (6.0 %)
  • Asian
    24 (1.8 %)
  • American Indian
    23 (1.7 %)
  • White
    12 (0.9 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for MEDGAR EVERS COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 6145
Grade 7153
Grade 8173
Grade 9247
Grade 10221
Grade 11216
Grade 12196
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for MEDGAR EVERS COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female73954.7%
Male61245.3%
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