Christa McAuliffe Intermediate School 187 in Dyker Heights, New York, has three academics focusing on science, business and law, and arts and humanities.
The public school at 1171 65th St. was the site of a primary school in the 1920s. In 1994, the school became an intermediate school teaching sixth through eighth grade students. It was named in honor of New Hampshire teacher Christa McAuliffe, who died in 1986 when the space shuttle Challenger was destroyed in flight.
The school’s scientific research academy offers special classes in sports medicine and biotechnology. The business and law academy has special classes in green business and health. The arts and humanities academy has special classes in arts and music. All the academies provide field trips and hands-on learning opportunities.
There are many opportunities to be active on campus and engage with others. For example, one student group introduces students to drone flying, 3D printing and Lego robotics. Athletics include basketball and volleyball teams.
IS 187 The Christa McAuliffe School
Public Middle School
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Grade 6-8
1171 65th St,
Brooklyn, NY
New York City Geographic District No. 20
School Details
Head of School
Principal - Mr. Justin Berman
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Math Proficiency
89%
Reading Proficiency
91%
Niche Grade
A
A+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
91%
Math Proficiency
89%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
57
Full Time Teachers
57
Teachers in First or Second Year
14.3%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Science
4%
State Average
20%
Math
3%
State Average
22%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
478:1
Student Diversity
Female
51.2%
Male
48.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
76.6%
White
11.1%
Hispanic
9.4%
Black
1.2%
Two or more races
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
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School Rankings
#7
Niche Standout MS in New York
#51
Best Public MS Teachers in New York
Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
12/14/2020
This is the best middle school in Brooklyn. Just who wouldn't want to be here? I was in ASR academy, this school has lots of friends that you can make. Grades are high and people in this school work hard to get good grades and make friends. Close to the subway and people can walk together to school.
1/3/2020
Overall I received a good education, but I feel like the workload is way too much for middle school kids. I was constantly stressed, and high school actually ended up being way easier.
GreatSchools Reviews
8/16/2024
I am currently a rising 7th grader, which means I will be a senior in middle school this year (8th grade), and I have to say this school has probably given me the best time of my life. I have so many friends in other schools. These schools include mark twain, dyker, and the NEST. After hearing their...
6/16/2024
Intermediate School 187 was a very interesting experience for me. Its abilities to differentiate itself from other middle schools are definitely its most prominent features yet to match its students' strengths in academics.The Christa McAuliffe Intermediate School 187 has 3 academies where each of t...
12/8/2023
There are so many substitutes in school without enough experienced full time teachers. And many ICT classrooms ( study with IEP students) and IEP aces programs . The academic is no rigor anymore, it’s just a regular middle school.
9/7/2023
beautiful school the hallways are very welcoming, painted and other things
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Map
About Borough Park
List Price Range
$416K - $3.3M
Homes For Sale
36
Average Home Value
$1,062,813
Median Lot Size
2,613 Sq Ft
% Renters
75%
Household Income
$70,477
% of College Grads
20.9%
Median Age
27
Average House Size
2,065 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
91.6%
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Parks in this Area
Digilio Playground
- Trails
- Pickleball
- Playground
Rappaport Playground
- Basketball
- Playground
- Waterpark
Gravesend Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Playground
Dome Playground
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- Picnic Area
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Brizzi Playground
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Community Playground
- Basketball
- Playground
- Walking Paths
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