Serving 363 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ps 15 Jackie Robinson 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 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ps 15 Jackie Robinson's student population of 363 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
363 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ps 15 Jackie Robinson 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 15 Jackie Robinson is 0.37, 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
#3209 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
14%
29%
Black
78%
16%
White
n/a
41%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
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 15 Jackie Robinson's ranking?
Ps 15 Jackie Robinson is ranked #3209 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ps 15 Jackie Robinson often compared to?
Ps 15 Jackie Robinsonis often viewed alongside schools like Ps 132 Ralph Bunche, Merrick Academy-queens Public Charter School, Ps 156 Laurelton by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 15 Jackie Robinson?
363 students attend Ps 15 Jackie Robinson.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Ps 15 Jackie Robinson students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 15 Jackie Robinson?
Ps 15 Jackie Robinson has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 15 Jackie Robinson offer ?
Ps 15 Jackie Robinson offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 15 Jackie Robinson part of?
Ps 15 Jackie Robinson is part of New York City Geographic District #29 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ps 15 Jackie Robinson located?
Ps 15 Jackie Robinson is located in the St Albans neighborhood of Springfield Gardens, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in St Albans.
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