Serving 894 students in grades 6-8, I.s. 238 Susan B Anthony Academy 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 32% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 894 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
I.s. 238 Susan B Anthony Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
I.s. 238 Susan B Anthony Academy's student population of 894 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
894 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
School Rankings
I.s. 238 Susan B Anthony Academy 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. 238 Susan B Anthony Academy is 0.71, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3196 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
28%
10%
Hispanic
40%
30%
Black
23%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is I.s. 238 Susan B Anthony Academy's ranking?
I.s. 238 Susan B Anthony Academy is ranked #3196 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?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend I.s. 238 Susan B Anthony Academy?
894 students attend I.s. 238 Susan B Anthony Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of I.s. 238 Susan B Anthony Academy students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Asian, 23% of students are Black, 6% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of I.s. 238 Susan B Anthony Academy?
I.s. 238 Susan B Anthony Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does I.s. 238 Susan B Anthony Academy offer ?
I.s. 238 Susan B Anthony Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is I.s. 238 Susan B Anthony Academy part of?
I.s. 238 Susan B Anthony Academy is part of New York City Geographic District #29 School District.
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