Serving 516 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, James Weldon Johnson 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 20% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 516 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The James Weldon Johnson School serves a compact attendance zone of approximately 0.1 square miles in New York, NY, where most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school. The furthest edge of the zone is about 0.4 miles away, ensuring easy access for local residents.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
James Weldon Johnson School's student population of 516 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
516 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
James Weldon Johnson 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 James Weldon Johnson School is 0.36, 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
#3813 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
78%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
39%
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)77.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2011–2025. 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 James Weldon Johnson School's ranking?
James Weldon Johnson School is ranked #3813 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are James Weldon Johnson School often compared to?
James Weldon Johnson Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dream Charter School East Harlem by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend James Weldon Johnson School?
516 students attend James Weldon Johnson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of James Weldon Johnson School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James Weldon Johnson School?
James Weldon Johnson School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does James Weldon Johnson School offer ?
James Weldon Johnson School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is James Weldon Johnson School part of?
James Weldon Johnson School is part of New York City Geographic District # 4.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
this school is probably the best school I have been too.
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