Serving 581 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 72 Dr William Dorney 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 27% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 581 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 72 Dr William Dorney's student population of 581 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
581 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 72 Dr William Dorney ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 72 Dr William Dorney is 0.49, 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
#3496 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
69%
30%
Black
17%
16%
White
6%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
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. 72 Dr William Dorney's ranking?
P.s. 72 Dr William Dorney is ranked #3496 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 72 Dr William Dorney often compared to?
P.s. 72 Dr William Dorneyis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 304 Early Childhood School, P.s. 10 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 72 Dr William Dorney?
581 students attend P.s. 72 Dr William Dorney.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of P.s. 72 Dr William Dorney students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.s. 72 Dr William Dorney?
P.s. 72 Dr William Dorney has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 72 Dr William Dorney offer ?
P.s. 72 Dr William Dorney offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 72 Dr William Dorney part of?
P.s. 72 Dr William Dorney is part of New York City Geographic District # 8 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 72 Dr William Dorney located?
P.s. 72 Dr William Dorney is located in the East Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 77 other public schools located in East Bronx.
School Reviews
5 10/5/2010
Security at this school is much to be desired. The security guards are busy chatting away and not watching the children. Something should be done about this before something serious happens....Otherwise, a good school...
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