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Edward R. Murrow High School

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Edward R. Murrow High School Students participate in physical education, health, music, art, library and technology programs that are also an exciting part of each student’s instruction. This school is committed to providing a well rounded curriculum designed to meet the needs and interests of our students. In addition, its curriculum is supported by a variety of opportunities for involvement in extra-curricular activities in athletics, the arts, clubs and service organizations. Officials at Edward R. Murrow High School believe that all students are capable of learning, regardless of their abilities, race, color, national origin or creed, and works to make sure this responsibility is met. Other goals and philosophies include teaching students to empower themselves to be able to handle challenges in their lives and make them valuable citizens in a democratic society.


Overview

Edward R. Murrow High School

New York City District #21

1600 Avenue L
Brooklyn, NY 11230

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Large City (City: Large)

718-258-9283 (Phone)

Serving Grades: 9-12

Principal: Anthony Lodico

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Student Enrollment Information

9th10th11th12thUngraded
Secondary
11251208615758279

Additional Student Information

Total Students
3,985
Attendance Rate
91%
Suspensions
151
Year Statistics Were Compiled
2005
Student / Teacher Ratio
20.1
Free Lunch
1,067
Reduced Lunch
152
Student Ethnicities

Student Gender

Staff Information

Full Time Principals
1
Full Time Assistant Principals
12
Other Full Time Professional Staff
25
Full Time Teachers
214
Part Time Principals
0
Part Time Assistant Principals
0
Part Time Teachers
0
Other Part Time Professional Staff
0

Adequate Yearly Progress Decisions

Sub-Group Names
Satisfactory
School Year
Subject:High School English Language Arts
All Students
Yes
2006
Black Or African American
Yes
2006
Hispanic Or Latino
No
2006
Asian Or Pacific Islander
Yes
2006
White
Yes
2006
Students With Disabilities
Yes
2006
Limited English Proficient
No
2006
Economically Disadvantaged
Yes
2006
Subject:High School Graduation Rate
All Students
Yes
2006
Black Or African American
Yes
2006
Hispanic Or Latino
Yes
2006
Asian Or Pacific Islander
Yes
2006
White
Yes
2006
Students With Disabilities
Yes
2006
Limited English Proficient
Yes
2006
Economically Disadvantaged
Yes
2006
Subject:High School Math
All Students
Yes
2006
Black Or African American
Yes
2006
Hispanic Or Latino
No
2006
Asian Or Pacific Islander
Yes
2006
White
Yes
2006
Students With Disabilities
Yes
2006
Limited English Proficient
No
2006
Economically Disadvantaged
Yes
2006

Regents Results

Subject
Year
# Tested
Percent Passing
 
Earth Science
2006
490
 
60.0%
English
2006
862
 
87.1%
French
2006
68
 
100.0%
Global Hist & Geography
2006
981
 
75.9%
Italian
2006
60
 
100.0%
Latin
2006
9
 
88.9%
Living Environment
2006
799
 
81.7%
Math A
2006
719
 
84.0%
Math B
2006
624
 
48.6%
Chemistry
2006
433
 
73.4%
Physics
2006
79
 
79.7%
Spanish
2006
313
 
100.0%
US History and Govt
2006
834
 
83.5%

Graduation Information

Group
High School Graduate
Regents Diplomas
Advanced Regents Diplomas
IEP / Local Certificates
Year
All Students
682
599 (87%)
298 (43%)
17
2006
General Education
652
589 (90%)
296 (45%)
0
2006
Students With Disabilities
30
10 (33%)
2 (06%)
17
2006
All Students
676
269 (39%)
0 (0%)
14
2005
General Education
650
262 (40%)
0 (0%)
0
2005
Students With Disabilities
26
7 (26%)
0 (0%)
14
2005
All Students
781
480 (61%)
0 (0%)
21
2004
General Education
750
476 (63%)
0 (0%)
0
2004
Students With Disabilities
31
4 (12%)
0 (0%)
21
2004
Number of high school students planning to attend 4 year colleges In New York State0 (0%)
Number of high school students planning to attend 4 year colleges Outside of New York State0 (0%)
Number of high school students planning to attend 2 year colleges In New York State0 (0%)
Number of high school students planning to attend 2 year colleges Outside of New York State0 (0%)
Number of high school students planning to attend Post Secondary institutions In New York State0 (0%)
Number of high school students planning to attend Post Secondary institutions Outside of New York State0 (0%)
Number of high school graduates who plan to enroll in the Military0 (0%)
Number of high school graduates who plan to pursue employment0 (0%)
Number of high school graduates with disabilities who plan to attend vocational rehabilitation programs.0 (0%)
Number of high school graduates with a known plan not specified above.682 (1%)
Number of high school graduates whose plans do not fit the above categories or are unknown.0 (0%)

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