Serving 202 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 17 Henry D Woodworth 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 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 202 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 17 Henry D Woodworth ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
P.s. 17 Henry D Woodworth's student population of 202 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
202 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 17 Henry D Woodworth 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 P.s. 17 Henry D Woodworth is 0.33, 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
#3024 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
81%
30%
Black
10%
16%
White
8%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 P.s. 17 Henry D Woodworth's ranking?
P.s. 17 Henry D Woodworth is ranked #3024 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 17 Henry D Woodworth often compared to?
P.s. 17 Henry D Woodworthis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 132 Conselyea School, P.s. 16 Leonard Dunkly, P.s. 84 Jose De Diego by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 17 Henry D Woodworth?
202 students attend P.s. 17 Henry D Woodworth.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of P.s. 17 Henry D Woodworth students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.s. 17 Henry D Woodworth?
P.s. 17 Henry D Woodworth has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 17 Henry D Woodworth offer ?
P.s. 17 Henry D Woodworth offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 17 Henry D Woodworth part of?
P.s. 17 Henry D Woodworth is part of New York City Geographic District #14 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 17 Henry D Woodworth located?
P.s. 17 Henry D Woodworth is located in the Williamsburg neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 17 other public schools located in Williamsburg.
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