Serving 935 students in grades 6-8, Junior High School 190 Russell Sage ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 935 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Junior High School 190 Russell Sage ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Junior High School 190 Russell Sage's student population of 935 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
935 students
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Junior High School 190 Russell Sage 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 Junior High School 190 Russell Sage is 0.73, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1305 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
32%
10%
Hispanic
34%
31%
Black
7%
15%
White
22%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
New York City Geographic District #28
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Junior High School 190 Russell Sage's ranking?
Junior High School 190 Russell Sage is ranked #1305 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Junior High School 190 Russell Sage often compared to?
Junior High School 190 Russell Sageis often viewed alongside schools like Junior High School 157 Stephen A Halsey, Metropolitan Expeditionary Learning School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Junior High School 190 Russell Sage?
935 students attend Junior High School 190 Russell Sage.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Junior High School 190 Russell Sage students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Asian, 22% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Junior High School 190 Russell Sage?
Junior High School 190 Russell Sage has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Junior High School 190 Russell Sage offer ?
Junior High School 190 Russell Sage offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Junior High School 190 Russell Sage part of?
Junior High School 190 Russell Sage is part of New York City Geographic District #28.
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