Serving 986 students in grades 6-8, Junior High School 194 William Carr ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 986 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Junior High School 194 William Carr ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Junior High School 194 William Carr's student population of 986 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
986 students
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Junior High School 194 William Carr ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Junior High School 194 William Carr is 0.66, 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
#702 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
42%
10%
Hispanic
36%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
19%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Junior High School 194 William Carr's ranking?
Junior High School 194 William Carr is ranked #702 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Junior High School 194 William Carr often compared to?
Junior High School 194 William Carris often viewed alongside schools like Junior High School 185 Edward Bleeker by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Junior High School 194 William Carr?
986 students attend Junior High School 194 William Carr.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Junior High School 194 William Carr students are Asian, 36% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Junior High School 194 William Carr?
Junior High School 194 William Carr has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Junior High School 194 William Carr offer ?
Junior High School 194 William Carr offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Junior High School 194 William Carr part of?
Junior High School 194 William Carr is part of New York City Geographic District #25.
In what neighborhood is Junior High School 194 William Carr located?
Junior High School 194 William Carr is located in the Flushing neighborhood of Whitestone, NY.
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