Serving 220 students in grades 6-8, Dock Street School For Steam Studies 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 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dock Street School For Steam Studies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Dock Street School For Steam Studies's student population of 220 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
220 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Motto
Together we rise
School Rankings
Dock Street School For Steam Studies ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dock Street School For Steam Studies is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1730 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
23%
31%
Black
63%
15%
White
8%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Sharks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dock Street School For Steam Studies's ranking?
Dock Street School For Steam Studies is ranked #1730 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Dock Street School For Steam Studies?
220 students attend Dock Street School For Steam Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Dock Street School For Steam Studies students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dock Street School For Steam Studies?
Dock Street School For Steam Studies has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dock Street School For Steam Studies offer ?
Dock Street School For Steam Studies offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dock Street School For Steam Studies part of?
Dock Street School For Steam Studies is part of New York City Geographic District #13.
In what neighborhood is Dock Street School For Steam Studies located?
Dock Street School For Steam Studies is located in the Dumbo neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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