Serving 202 students in grades Kindergarten-8, P.s. 315 Lab School 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 40-44% (which is lower 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 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 202 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 315 LAB SCHOOL serves an attendance zone located in the Bronx, NY, covering approximately 13.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 315 Lab School's student population of 202 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
202 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 315 Lab School 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. 315 Lab School is 0.25, 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
#2462 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
86%
31%
Black
10%
15%
White
3%
39%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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. 315 Lab School's ranking?
P.s. 315 Lab School is ranked #2462 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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. 315 Lab School?
202 students attend P.s. 315 Lab School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of P.s. 315 Lab School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 315 Lab School?
P.s. 315 Lab School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 315 Lab School offer ?
P.s. 315 Lab School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 315 Lab School part of?
P.s. 315 Lab School is part of New York City Geographic District #10.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 315 Lab School located?
P.s. 315 Lab School is located in the West Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 61 other public schools located in West Bronx.
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