Serving 298 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Ps/is 155 Nicholas Herkimer 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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS/IS 155 Nicholas Herkimer serves a large attendance zone in Brooklyn, NY, covering approximately 468.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 22.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps/is 155 Nicholas Herkimer ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Ps/is 155 Nicholas Herkimer's student population of 298 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
298 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Ps/is 155 Nicholas Herkimer 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 Ps/is 155 Nicholas Herkimer is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2473 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
62%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
32%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)67.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ps/is 155 Nicholas Herkimer's ranking?
Ps/is 155 Nicholas Herkimer 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 Ps/is 155 Nicholas Herkimer?
298 students attend Ps/is 155 Nicholas Herkimer.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Ps/is 155 Nicholas Herkimer students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ps/is 155 Nicholas Herkimer?
Ps/is 155 Nicholas Herkimer has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps/is 155 Nicholas Herkimer offer ?
Ps/is 155 Nicholas Herkimer offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ps/is 155 Nicholas Herkimer part of?
Ps/is 155 Nicholas Herkimer is part of New York City Geographic District #23.
In what neighborhood is Ps/is 155 Nicholas Herkimer located?
Ps/is 155 Nicholas Herkimer is located in the Ocean Hill neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 14 other public schools located in Ocean Hill.
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