Serving 248 students in grades 6-8, I.s. 232 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 28% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (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.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: IS 232 serves a compact attendance zone in the Bronx, NY, covering approximately 0.3 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
I.s. 232's student population of 248 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% 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
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
I.s. 232 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. 232 is 0.35, 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
#3570 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
78%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
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)42.7%
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 2016–2025. 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. 232's ranking?
I.s. 232 is ranked #3570 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are I.s. 232 often compared to?
I.s. 232is often viewed alongside schools like I.s. 303 Leadership & Community Service by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend I.s. 232?
248 students attend I.s. 232.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of I.s. 232 students are Hispanic, and 22% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of I.s. 232?
I.s. 232 has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does I.s. 232 offer ?
I.s. 232 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is I.s. 232 part of?
I.s. 232 is part of New York City Geographic District # 9.
In what neighborhood is I.s. 232 located?
I.s. 232 is located in the Morris Heights neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Morris Heights.
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