Serving 207 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 75 Mayda Cortiella 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 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower 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 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 207 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 75 Mayda Cortiella ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
P.s. 75 Mayda Cortiella's student population of 207 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
207 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 75 Mayda Cortiella 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. 75 Mayda Cortiella is 0.38, 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
#3906 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
77%
30%
Black
17%
16%
White
3%
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
95%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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. 75 Mayda Cortiella's ranking?
P.s. 75 Mayda Cortiella is ranked #3906 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 75 Mayda Cortiella?
207 students attend P.s. 75 Mayda Cortiella.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of P.s. 75 Mayda Cortiella students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 75 Mayda Cortiella?
P.s. 75 Mayda Cortiella has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 75 Mayda Cortiella offer ?
P.s. 75 Mayda Cortiella offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 75 Mayda Cortiella part of?
P.s. 75 Mayda Cortiella is part of New York City Geographic District #32 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 75 Mayda Cortiella located?
P.s. 75 Mayda Cortiella is located in the Bushwick neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 35 other public schools located in Bushwick.
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