Serving 255 students in grades Kindergarten-8, P.s. 175 City Island ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 255 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 175 City Island ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
P.s. 175 City Island's student population of 255 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
255 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 175 City Island 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 P.s. 175 City Island is 0.66, 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
#2473 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
48%
30%
Black
12%
16%
White
31%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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. 175 City Island's ranking?
P.s. 175 City Island is ranked #2473 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 175 City Island?
255 students attend P.s. 175 City Island.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of P.s. 175 City Island students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 175 City Island?
P.s. 175 City Island has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 175 City Island offer ?
P.s. 175 City Island offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 175 City Island part of?
P.s. 175 City Island is part of New York City Geographic District #11 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 175 City Island located?
P.s. 175 City Island is located in the City Island neighborhood of Bronx, NY.
School Reviews
5 5/17/2010
I WAS ONE OF THE STUDENT FROM THE CLASS OF 89 THE TEACHERS, PRINCIPAL AND STAFF OF THIS SCHOOL TOOK PRIDE IN THERE STUDENTS. WITH THE EDUCATION OF THIS SCHOOL I LEARNED SO MUCH. I DONT THINK I WOULD BE THE PERSON I AM TODAY WITHOUT THE PS 175 BACKGROUND. ANY CHILD THAT ATTENDS THIS SCHOOL WILL LEAVE WITH KNOWLEDGE.
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