Serving 177 students in grades 6-8, I.s. 229 Roland Patterson 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 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 177 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
I.s. 229 Roland Patterson ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
I.s. 229 Roland Patterson's student population of 177 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
177 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
I.s. 229 Roland Patterson 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 I.s. 229 Roland Patterson is 0.51, 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
#3493 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
60%
31%
Black
36%
15%
White
n/a
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is I.s. 229 Roland Patterson's ranking?
I.s. 229 Roland Patterson is ranked #3493 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are I.s. 229 Roland Patterson often compared to?
I.s. 229 Roland Pattersonis often viewed alongside schools like Creston Academy, I.s. 117 Joseph H Wade 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 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend I.s. 229 Roland Patterson?
177 students attend I.s. 229 Roland Patterson.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of I.s. 229 Roland Patterson students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 2% 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 I.s. 229 Roland Patterson?
I.s. 229 Roland Patterson has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does I.s. 229 Roland Patterson offer ?
I.s. 229 Roland Patterson offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is I.s. 229 Roland Patterson part of?
I.s. 229 Roland Patterson is part of New York City Geographic District # 9.
In what neighborhood is I.s. 229 Roland Patterson located?
I.s. 229 Roland Patterson is located in the Highbridge neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Highbridge.
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