Serving 320 students in grades 6-8, I.s. 117 Joseph H Wade ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: IS 117 Joseph H Wade serves a 0.2 square mile attendance zone in the Bronx, NY, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive and the furthest edge located about 1 mile away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
I.s. 117 Joseph H Wade's student population of 320 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
320 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
I.s. 117 Joseph H Wade ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of I.s. 117 Joseph H Wade is 0.36, 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
#3834 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
78%
31%
Black
19%
15%
White
1%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)61.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is I.s. 117 Joseph H Wade's ranking?
I.s. 117 Joseph H Wade is ranked #3834 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are I.s. 117 Joseph H Wade often compared to?
I.s. 117 Joseph H Wadeis often viewed alongside schools like I.s. 229 Roland Patterson, Creston Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend I.s. 117 Joseph H Wade?
320 students attend I.s. 117 Joseph H Wade.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of I.s. 117 Joseph H Wade students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of I.s. 117 Joseph H Wade?
I.s. 117 Joseph H Wade has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does I.s. 117 Joseph H Wade offer ?
I.s. 117 Joseph H Wade offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is I.s. 117 Joseph H Wade part of?
I.s. 117 Joseph H Wade is part of New York City Geographic District # 9.
In what neighborhood is I.s. 117 Joseph H Wade located?
I.s. 117 Joseph H Wade is located in the West Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 61 other public schools located in West Bronx.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school is very good. Good teachers , principle , deans and assistant principles. Students are rude and disrespectful
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