Serving 181 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 44 David C Farragut 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 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower 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 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 181 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 44 David C Farragut serves a compact attendance zone in the Bronx, NY, covering approximately 0.1 square miles. Most areas within this zone are just a short 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge located about 0.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 44 David C Farragut's student population of 181 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
181 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Courage to Lead and Learn
School Rankings
P.s. 44 David C Farragut 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. 44 David C Farragut is 0.45, 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
#3621 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
68%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
31%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)81.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 44 David C Farragut's ranking?
P.s. 44 David C Farragut is ranked #3621 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 44 David C Farragut often compared to?
P.s. 44 David C Farragutis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 211, Icahn Charter School 6 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 52% NY state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 44 David C Farragut?
181 students attend P.s. 44 David C Farragut.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of P.s. 44 David C Farragut students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 44 David C Farragut?
P.s. 44 David C Farragut has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 44 David C Farragut offer ?
P.s. 44 David C Farragut offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 44 David C Farragut part of?
P.s. 44 David C Farragut is part of New York City Geographic District #12.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 44 David C Farragut located?
P.s. 44 David C Farragut is located in the West Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 61 other public schools located in West Bronx.
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