Serving 283 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 132 Ralph Bunche ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 132 Ralph Bunche ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
P.s. 132 Ralph Bunche's student population of 283 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
283 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
2 acres
School Motto
Dreams Come True
School Rankings
P.s. 132 Ralph Bunche ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 132 Ralph Bunche is 0.39, 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
#1747 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
13%
31%
Black
77%
15%
White
1%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 132 Ralph Bunche's ranking?
P.s. 132 Ralph Bunche is ranked #1747 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 132 Ralph Bunche often compared to?
P.s. 132 Ralph Buncheis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 15 Jackie Robinson, P.s. 181 Brookfield by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 132 Ralph Bunche?
283 students attend P.s. 132 Ralph Bunche.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of P.s. 132 Ralph Bunche students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 132 Ralph Bunche?
P.s. 132 Ralph Bunche has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 132 Ralph Bunche offer ?
P.s. 132 Ralph Bunche offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 132 Ralph Bunche part of?
P.s. 132 Ralph Bunche is part of New York City Geographic District #29.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 132 Ralph Bunche located?
P.s. 132 Ralph Bunche is located in the Laurelton neighborhood of Springfield Gardens, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Laurelton.
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