Serving 232 students in grades 9-12, Fdny-captain Vernon A Richards High School 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 20-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 232 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fdny-captain Vernon A Richards High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Fdny-captain Vernon A Richards High School's student population of 232 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
232 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Fdny-captain Vernon A Richards High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fdny-captain Vernon A Richards High School is 0.54, 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
#2240 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
32%
30%
Black
60%
15%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
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 Fdny-captain Vernon A Richards High School's ranking?
Fdny-captain Vernon A Richards High School is ranked #2240 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fdny-captain Vernon A Richards High School?
The graduation rate of Fdny-captain Vernon A Richards High School is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Fdny-captain Vernon A Richards High School?
232 students attend Fdny-captain Vernon A Richards High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Fdny-captain Vernon A Richards High School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fdny-captain Vernon A Richards High School?
Fdny-captain Vernon A Richards High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Fdny-captain Vernon A Richards High School offer ?
Fdny-captain Vernon A Richards High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fdny-captain Vernon A Richards High School part of?
Fdny-captain Vernon A Richards High School is part of New York City Geographic District #19.
In what neighborhood is Fdny-captain Vernon A Richards High School located?
Fdny-captain Vernon A Richards High School is located in the East New York neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 41 other public schools located in East New York.
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