Serving 575 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, P.s. 126 Jacob August Riis ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher 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 90% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 575 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 126 Jacob August Riis serves a compact attendance zone of approximately 0.1 square miles in New York, NY, with a typical drive to the school taking about 5-10 minutes and the furthest edge of the zone located 0.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 126 Jacob August Riis ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
P.s. 126 Jacob August Riis's student population of 575 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
575 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
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School Rankings
P.s. 126 Jacob August Riis ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 126 Jacob August Riis is 0.67, 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
#529 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Asian
51%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Hispanic
21%
31%
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Black
14%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
White
10%
39%
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Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 126 Jacob August Riis's ranking?
P.s. 126 Jacob August Riis is ranked #529 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 126 Jacob August Riis often compared to?
P.s. 126 Jacob August Riisis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 1 Alfred E Smith, Peck Slip School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 126 Jacob August Riis?
575 students attend P.s. 126 Jacob August Riis.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of P.s. 126 Jacob August Riis students are Asian, 21% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 126 Jacob August Riis?
P.s. 126 Jacob August Riis has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 126 Jacob August Riis offer ?
P.s. 126 Jacob August Riis offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 126 Jacob August Riis part of?
P.s. 126 Jacob August Riis is part of New York City Geographic District # 2.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I'm a student at PS 126, and I really think this school is great! With the helpful teachers, and challenging work, PS 126 really broadens the road to learning for us. I would definitely recommend this school to others.
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