Serving 857 students in grades 6-8, Junior High School 62 Ditmas 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 54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (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 86% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 857 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Junior High School 62 Ditmas ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Junior High School 62 Ditmas's student population of 857 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
857 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Rankings
Junior High School 62 Ditmas 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 62 Ditmas is 0.71, 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
#1617 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
42%
10%
Hispanic
29%
31%
Black
13%
15%
White
14%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
New York City Geographic District #20
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Junior High School 62 Ditmas's ranking?
Junior High School 62 Ditmas is ranked #1617 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?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Junior High School 62 Ditmas?
857 students attend Junior High School 62 Ditmas.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Junior High School 62 Ditmas students are Asian, 29% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Junior High School 62 Ditmas?
Junior High School 62 Ditmas 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 62 Ditmas offer ?
Junior High School 62 Ditmas offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Junior High School 62 Ditmas part of?
Junior High School 62 Ditmas is part of New York City Geographic District #20.
In what neighborhood is Junior High School 62 Ditmas located?
Junior High School 62 Ditmas is located in the Kensington neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Kensington.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
I believe the security guards should stay outside the 6th grade entrance until the very last 6th grader leaves the area or as a matter of fact, until even the 7th and 8th graders leave the area. Today I was late, and my niece came towards me to tell me that a man was creepily starring at her. And then she showed him to me. So I waited to see who he was picking up, if anybody. Then he got on his phone, walked into the school looking up and down and then walked out. NOw the funny thing about that, is that his child if that little girl is his, was already there. She was outside of the gate standing right there the whole time. So I'm wondering who was he waiting for if his kid was already there. He was standing inside the gate when I got there and she was outside the gate just standing there. My niece said after she saw me, she walked down the stairs a couple feet from him so when I came closer to the school I could see who he was that was starring at her and her 2 friends. I would really appreciate it if yall could have security outside the school from the time the kids come out until the very last one leaves the area. I don't believe he made a phone call, I believe he just wanted to record us. It was after 2:20 to 2:35.
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