Serving 592 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Ps 19 Judith K Weiss ranks in the top 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 46% (which is equal to the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 592 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ps 19 Judith K Weiss's student population of 592 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
592 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ps 19 Judith K Weiss ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ps 19 Judith K Weiss is 0.62, 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
#1713 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
32%
29%
Black
8%
16%
White
52%
41%
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
49%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ps 19 Judith K Weiss's ranking?
Ps 19 Judith K Weiss is ranked #1713 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 19 Judith K Weiss?
592 students attend Ps 19 Judith K Weiss.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Ps 19 Judith K Weiss students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 19 Judith K Weiss?
Ps 19 Judith K Weiss has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 19 Judith K Weiss offer ?
Ps 19 Judith K Weiss offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 19 Judith K Weiss part of?
Ps 19 Judith K Weiss is part of New York City Geographic District #11 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ps 19 Judith K Weiss located?
Ps 19 Judith K Weiss is located in the East Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 77 other public schools located in East Bronx.
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