Serving 302 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, P.s. 3 Raul Julia Micro Society 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 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 302 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 3 Raul Julia Micro Society ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
P.s. 3 Raul Julia Micro Society's student population of 302 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
302 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 3 Raul Julia Micro Society 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. 3 Raul Julia Micro Society is 0.44, 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
#3065 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
70%
30%
Black
27%
16%
White
1%
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
94%
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 P.s. 3 Raul Julia Micro Society's ranking?
P.s. 3 Raul Julia Micro Society is ranked #3065 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 3 Raul Julia Micro Society often compared to?
P.s. 3 Raul Julia Micro Societyis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 23 New Children's School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 3 Raul Julia Micro Society?
302 students attend P.s. 3 Raul Julia Micro Society.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of P.s. 3 Raul Julia Micro Society students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 1% 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. 3 Raul Julia Micro Society?
P.s. 3 Raul Julia Micro Society has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 3 Raul Julia Micro Society offer ?
P.s. 3 Raul Julia Micro Society offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 3 Raul Julia Micro Society part of?
P.s. 3 Raul Julia Micro Society is part of New York City Geographic District #10 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 3 Raul Julia Micro Society located?
P.s. 3 Raul Julia Micro Society is located in the West Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 61 other public schools located in West Bronx.
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