Serving 233 students in grades 6-8, I.s. 528 Bea Fuller Rodgers 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 35% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 233 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
I.s. 528 Bea Fuller Rodgers School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
I.s. 528 Bea Fuller Rodgers School's student population of 233 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 53% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
233 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
I.s. 528 Bea Fuller Rodgers 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. 528 Bea Fuller Rodgers School is 0.04, 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
#2995 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
98%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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. 528 Bea Fuller Rodgers School's ranking?
I.s. 528 Bea Fuller Rodgers School is ranked #2995 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?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend I.s. 528 Bea Fuller Rodgers School?
233 students attend I.s. 528 Bea Fuller Rodgers School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of I.s. 528 Bea Fuller Rodgers School students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of I.s. 528 Bea Fuller Rodgers School?
I.s. 528 Bea Fuller Rodgers School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does I.s. 528 Bea Fuller Rodgers School offer ?
I.s. 528 Bea Fuller Rodgers School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is I.s. 528 Bea Fuller Rodgers School part of?
I.s. 528 Bea Fuller Rodgers School is part of New York City Geographic District # 6 School District.
School Reviews
5 2/26/2018
IS528 is an excellent school with committed teachers and many programs for students, and a very welcoming space for parents and all the community
5 11/24/2017
Its a very supportive school
2 3/30/2009
It has become a nightmare for my child and I ever since he was enroll in this school. Some teachers in this school are not helpful. As a parent it has been difficult to see my child unhappy and lost.
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