Serving 441 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 48 Joseph R Drake 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 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to 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).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 48 Joseph R Drake serves a 1.6 square mile area in the Bronx, NY, with a typical drive to the school taking about 5 to 10 minutes. The furthest point of the attendance zone is approximately 1.2 miles from the school, and the average distance from the school to the zone's edge is around 0.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 48 Joseph R Drake's student population of 441 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
441 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Teamwork - Integrity - Gratitude - Empathy - Respect
School Rankings
P.s. 48 Joseph R Drake 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. 48 Joseph R Drake is 0.39, 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
#4205 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
76%
31%
Black
20%
15%
White
1%
39%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)81.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Orange
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 48 Joseph R Drake's ranking?
P.s. 48 Joseph R Drake is ranked #4205 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 48 Joseph R Drake often compared to?
P.s. 48 Joseph R Drakeis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 140 Eagle School, South Bronx Classical Charter School Iii by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 48 Joseph R Drake?
441 students attend P.s. 48 Joseph R Drake.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of P.s. 48 Joseph R Drake students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 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. 48 Joseph R Drake?
P.s. 48 Joseph R Drake has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 48 Joseph R Drake offer ?
P.s. 48 Joseph R Drake offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 48 Joseph R Drake part of?
P.s. 48 Joseph R Drake is part of New York City Geographic District # 8.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 48 Joseph R Drake located?
P.s. 48 Joseph R Drake is located in the Hunts Point neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 4 other public schools located in Hunts Point.
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