Serving 499 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar 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 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
P.s. 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar's student population of 499 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
499 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
P.s. 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar 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. 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar is 0.45, 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
#3647 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
70%
31%
Black
25%
15%
White
2%
39%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar's ranking?
P.s. 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar is ranked #3647 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar often compared to?
P.s. 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbaris often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 199 Shakespeare School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar?
499 students attend P.s. 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of P.s. 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar?
P.s. 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar offer ?
P.s. 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar part of?
P.s. 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar is part of New York City Geographic District # 9.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar located?
P.s. 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar is located in the Highbridge neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Highbridge.
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