Serving 290 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Paula Hedbavny School 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 45% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Paula Hedbavny School's student population of 290 students has declined by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
290 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Paula Hedbavny School 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 Paula Hedbavny School is 0.32, 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
#2256 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
82%
30%
Black
5%
16%
White
11%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
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 Paula Hedbavny School's ranking?
Paula Hedbavny School is ranked #2256 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Paula Hedbavny School often compared to?
Paula Hedbavny Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 18 Park Terrace, Muscota by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Paula Hedbavny School?
290 students attend Paula Hedbavny School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Paula Hedbavny School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paula Hedbavny School?
Paula Hedbavny School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Paula Hedbavny School offer ?
Paula Hedbavny School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Paula Hedbavny School part of?
Paula Hedbavny School is part of New York City Geographic District # 6.
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