Serving 336 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 8% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). 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 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Junior High School 131 Albert Einstein ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Junior High School 131 Albert Einstein's student population of 336 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
336 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Junior High School 131 Albert Einstein 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 Junior High School 131 Albert Einstein is 0.49, 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
#3748 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
68%
30%
Black
22%
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
89%
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 Junior High School 131 Albert Einstein's ranking?
Junior High School 131 Albert Einstein is ranked #3748 out of 4,377 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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?
336 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, 22% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, 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 School District.
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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