Serving 322 students in grades 6-8, Junior High School 131 Albert Einstein 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 30% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: JHS 131 Albert Einstein serves a 0.5 square mile area in the Bronx, NY, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive and an average distance of about 0.5 miles to the school's boundaries, which extend up to 0.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Junior High School 131 Albert Einstein's student population of 322 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
322 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Junior High School 131 Albert Einstein 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 Junior High School 131 Albert Einstein is 0.49, 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
#3399 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
68%
31%
Black
23%
15%
White
2%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Junior High School 131 Albert Einstein's ranking?
Junior High School 131 Albert Einstein is ranked #3399 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Junior High School 131 Albert Einstein often compared to?
Junior High School 131 Albert Einsteinis often viewed alongside schools like Soundview Academy For Culture And Scholarship by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Junior High School 131 Albert Einstein?
322 students attend Junior High School 131 Albert Einstein.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Junior High School 131 Albert Einstein students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Junior High School 131 Albert Einstein?
Junior High School 131 Albert Einstein has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Junior High School 131 Albert Einstein offer ?
Junior High School 131 Albert Einstein offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Junior High School 131 Albert Einstein part of?
Junior High School 131 Albert Einstein is part of New York City Geographic District # 8.
In what neighborhood is Junior High School 131 Albert Einstein located?
Junior High School 131 Albert Einstein is located in the East Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 77 other public schools located in East Bronx.
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