Serving 321 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 161 Juan Ponce De Leon 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 15-19% (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 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 161 Juan Ponce De Leon School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
P.s. 161 Juan Ponce De Leon School's student population of 321 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
321 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 161 Juan Ponce De Leon School 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 P.s. 161 Juan Ponce De Leon School is 0.39, 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
#3671 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
76%
30%
Black
20%
16%
White
1%
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
94%
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 P.s. 161 Juan Ponce De Leon School's ranking?
P.s. 161 Juan Ponce De Leon School is ranked #3671 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 161 Juan Ponce De Leon School often compared to?
P.s. 161 Juan Ponce De Leon Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Girls Preparatory Charter School Of The Bronx, P.s. 130 Abram Stevens Hewitt by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% 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 P.s. 161 Juan Ponce De Leon School?
321 students attend P.s. 161 Juan Ponce De Leon School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of P.s. 161 Juan Ponce De Leon School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.s. 161 Juan Ponce De Leon School?
P.s. 161 Juan Ponce De Leon School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 161 Juan Ponce De Leon School offer ?
P.s. 161 Juan Ponce De Leon School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 161 Juan Ponce De Leon School part of?
P.s. 161 Juan Ponce De Leon School is part of New York City Geographic District # 7 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 161 Juan Ponce De Leon School located?
P.s. 161 Juan Ponce De Leon School is located in the Woodstock neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 22 other public schools located in Woodstock.
School Reviews
5 7/31/2014
This school gave me some of the best memories and I remember learning so much here. The teacher's really cared about the student's, and made us feel like we can be anything.
5 9/16/2009
This school was the greatest school ever. If I had a chance too go back and do it all over again I would so do it all over again. Graduating class of 1993
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