Serving 556 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ps 49 Willis Avenue 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 34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 556 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps 49 Willis Avenue ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ps 49 Willis Avenue's student population of 556 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
556 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ps 49 Willis Avenue 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 49 Willis Avenue 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
#3169 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
73%
29%
Black
24%
16%
White
1%
41%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ps 49 Willis Avenue's ranking?
Ps 49 Willis Avenue is ranked #3169 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ps 49 Willis Avenue often compared to?
Ps 49 Willis Avenueis often viewed alongside schools like Ps 65 Mother Hale Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 49 Willis Avenue?
556 students attend Ps 49 Willis Avenue.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Ps 49 Willis Avenue students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 49 Willis Avenue?
Ps 49 Willis Avenue has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 49 Willis Avenue offer ?
Ps 49 Willis Avenue offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 49 Willis Avenue part of?
Ps 49 Willis Avenue is part of New York City Geographic District # 7 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ps 49 Willis Avenue located?
Ps 49 Willis Avenue is located in the Mott Haven neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 38 other public schools located in Mott Haven.
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