Serving 518 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ps 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar 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 46%). 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 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- 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
Ps 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ps 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar's student population of 518 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
518 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ps 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar 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 Ps 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar is 0.41, 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
#3710 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
73%
29%
Black
25%
16%
White
2%
41%
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
94%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ps 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar's ranking?
Ps 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar is ranked #3710 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ps 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar often compared to?
Ps 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbaris often viewed alongside schools like Ps 199 Shakespeare School 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 46% NY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar?
518 students attend Ps 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Ps 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar?
Ps 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar offer ?
Ps 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar part of?
Ps 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar is part of New York City Geographic District # 9 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ps 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar located?
Ps 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar is located in the Highbridge neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Highbridge.
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