Serving 508 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dr Emmett W Bassett School 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 52% (which is equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower 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 98% 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: 508 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr Emmett W Bassett School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dr Emmett W Bassett School's student population of 508 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
508 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dr Emmett W Bassett 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 Dr Emmett W Bassett School is 0.59, 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
#2817 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
24%
10%
Hispanic
59%
31%
Black
8%
15%
White
2%
39%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr Emmett W Bassett School's ranking?
Dr Emmett W Bassett School is ranked #2817 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Dr Emmett W Bassett School often compared to?
Dr Emmett W Bassett Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 152 Evergreen, P.s. 195, Pugsley Preparatory Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Dr Emmett W Bassett School?
508 students attend Dr Emmett W Bassett School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Dr Emmett W Bassett School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr Emmett W Bassett School?
Dr Emmett W Bassett School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dr Emmett W Bassett School offer ?
Dr Emmett W Bassett School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dr Emmett W Bassett School part of?
Dr Emmett W Bassett School is part of New York City Geographic District # 8.
In what neighborhood is Dr Emmett W Bassett School located?
Dr Emmett W Bassett 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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