Serving 473 students in grades 6-8, I.s. 254 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 8% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
I.s. 254 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
I.s. 254's student population of 473 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
473 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
I.s. 254 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of I.s. 254 is 0.31, 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
#3899 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
82%
30%
Black
13%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
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. 254's ranking?
I.s. 254 is ranked #3899 out of 4,377 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend I.s. 254?
473 students attend I.s. 254.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of I.s. 254 students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of I.s. 254?
I.s. 254 has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does I.s. 254 offer ?
I.s. 254 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is I.s. 254 part of?
I.s. 254 is part of New York City Geographic District #10 School District.
In what neighborhood is I.s. 254 located?
I.s. 254 is located in the Belmont neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 19 other public schools located in Belmont.
School Reviews
5 5/9/2022
GOOD SCHOOL.
5 12/22/2021
is254 is a very good school. it will help you to have a good grade and it is in the 9th level for when it reaches high school it can this 10th level this school worries you about the health of the students and the grades of the students and the young people who speak Spanish And they have little time in the country, I will give her a lot of classes to learn English to have a level 4. I was one of those students who studied that I could only write Spanish but is 254 will help me write English and is today in high schools.
5 5/13/2017
This is a great school I would recommend to new students everywhere.
5 4/9/2015
This is a great school and the new principal is making it better. Mr. Marrero is approachable and wise.
5 8/19/2013
Hi I am attending your school as a 6th grader and I just wanted to tell you that I.S 254 is a school I will recommend. So many clubs and activities. Also I wanted to know if we need to wear uniforms? And since im going as a 6th grader I wanted to know how will my schedule be recieved to me and my locker? Sorry for questionsns im just really curious. And here one more question, when school starts do I have to go to the class it said on my report card when the bell ring? Once again sorry for all the questions if you can please send me and email answering these question that will be great. Thank you
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