Serving 490 students in grades 6-8, I.s. 181 Pablo Casals 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 37% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher 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 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: IS 181 Pablo Casals serves a compact attendance zone of approximately 0.4 square miles in the Bronx, NY, typically allowing for a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school. The farthest edge of the zone is about 1 mile away, with an average distance of 0.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
I.s. 181 Pablo Casals ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
I.s. 181 Pablo Casals's student population of 490 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
490 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Rankings
I.s. 181 Pablo Casals 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. 181 Pablo Casals is 0.62, 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
#2195 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
32%
31%
Black
52%
15%
White
3%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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. 181 Pablo Casals's ranking?
I.s. 181 Pablo Casals is ranked #2195 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are I.s. 181 Pablo Casals often compared to?
I.s. 181 Pablo Casalsis often viewed alongside schools like Middle School 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend I.s. 181 Pablo Casals?
490 students attend I.s. 181 Pablo Casals.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of I.s. 181 Pablo Casals students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of I.s. 181 Pablo Casals?
I.s. 181 Pablo Casals has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does I.s. 181 Pablo Casals offer ?
I.s. 181 Pablo Casals offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is I.s. 181 Pablo Casals part of?
I.s. 181 Pablo Casals is part of New York City Geographic District #11.
In what neighborhood is I.s. 181 Pablo Casals located?
I.s. 181 Pablo Casals is located in the East Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 77 other public schools located in East Bronx.
School Reviews
3 10/10/2025
Despite drops in several areas, the school seems to be holding its own., especially with a Principal in charge for 10 years. That shows stability.
1 10/10/2025
My daughter currently attends, and I am so disappointed. There is extensive bullying, favoritism by teachers giving students grades they did not work for in 6th grade classes. A Dean that does nothing. The teachers here call parents for sport. They don't try to solve problems when they occur.
2 10/10/2025
The teachers and staff are exceptional but the higher uppers.. Principal and vice principal like to hide truths cover-up and take sides in altercations. MS. Hudson is the best, so is MS. Dante and MS Stevens. I'm glad my son it's graduating. There is a lot of preference, though. If I could do it again, my child would not go there.
5 10/10/2025
the school has amazing learning resources.
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