Serving 315 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bronx Little School 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 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bronx Little School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bronx Little School's student population of 315 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
315 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Rankings
Bronx Little School 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 Bronx Little School 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
#3585 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
10%
Hispanic
66%
31%
Black
17%
15%
White
4%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
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 Bronx Little School's ranking?
Bronx Little School is ranked #3585 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Bronx Little School often compared to?
Bronx Little Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Archer Elementary School, P.s. 536 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Bronx Little School?
315 students attend Bronx Little School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Bronx Little School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bronx Little School?
Bronx Little School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bronx Little School offer ?
Bronx Little School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bronx Little School part of?
Bronx Little School is part of New York City Geographic District #12.
In what neighborhood is Bronx Little School located?
Bronx Little School is located in the East Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 77 other public schools located in East Bronx.
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