Serving 248 students in grades 6-8, I.s. 219 New Venture School 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 21% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: IS 219 New Venture School serves an area of approximately 0.4 square miles in the Bronx, NY, with a typical drive to the school taking about 5 to 10 minutes and the furthest edge of the zone being around 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
I.s. 219 New Venture School's student population of 248 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
248 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
I.s. 219 New Venture School 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. 219 New Venture School is 0.49, 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
#3956 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
49%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
64%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
33%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is I.s. 219 New Venture School's ranking?
I.s. 219 New Venture School is ranked #3956 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend I.s. 219 New Venture School?
248 students attend I.s. 219 New Venture School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of I.s. 219 New Venture School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of I.s. 219 New Venture School?
I.s. 219 New Venture School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does I.s. 219 New Venture School offer ?
I.s. 219 New Venture School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is I.s. 219 New Venture School part of?
I.s. 219 New Venture School is part of New York City Geographic District # 9.
In what neighborhood is I.s. 219 New Venture School located?
I.s. 219 New Venture School is located in the Morrisania neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 40 other public schools located in Morrisania.
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