Serving 306 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 83 Luis Munoz Rivera ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 97% 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: 306 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 83 Luis Munoz Rivera serves a compact attendance zone of approximately 0.1 square miles in New York, NY, with most areas located within a 5-10 minute drive to the school and the furthest edge just 0.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 83 Luis Munoz Rivera ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
P.s. 83 Luis Munoz Rivera's student population of 306 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
306 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 83 Luis Munoz Rivera ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 83 Luis Munoz Rivera is 0.47, 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
#1003 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
71%
31%
Black
14%
15%
White
3%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
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. 83 Luis Munoz Rivera's ranking?
P.s. 83 Luis Munoz Rivera is ranked #1003 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 83 Luis Munoz Rivera?
306 students attend P.s. 83 Luis Munoz Rivera.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of P.s. 83 Luis Munoz Rivera students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 83 Luis Munoz Rivera?
P.s. 83 Luis Munoz Rivera has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 83 Luis Munoz Rivera offer ?
P.s. 83 Luis Munoz Rivera offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 83 Luis Munoz Rivera part of?
P.s. 83 Luis Munoz Rivera is part of New York City Geographic District # 4.
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