Serving 556 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 28 Mount Hope 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 39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (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.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 556 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 28 Mount Hope serves a small area in the Bronx, NY, covering approximately 0.1 square miles. The attendance zone is typically within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 28 Mount Hope's student population of 556 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
556 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
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School Rankings
P.s. 28 Mount Hope 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 P.s. 28 Mount Hope is 0.32, 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
#3418 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
49%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
81%
31%
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Black
17%
15%
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Hawaiian
1%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)66.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
55%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 28 Mount Hope's ranking?
P.s. 28 Mount Hope is ranked #3418 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 28 Mount Hope often compared to?
P.s. 28 Mount Hopeis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 35 Franz Siegel, P.s. 42 Claremont by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 28 Mount Hope?
556 students attend P.s. 28 Mount Hope.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of P.s. 28 Mount Hope students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 28 Mount Hope?
P.s. 28 Mount Hope has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 28 Mount Hope offer ?
P.s. 28 Mount Hope offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 28 Mount Hope part of?
P.s. 28 Mount Hope is part of New York City Geographic District # 9.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 28 Mount Hope located?
P.s. 28 Mount Hope is located in the West Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 61 other public schools located in West Bronx.
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