Serving 774 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 103 Hector Fontanez 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 44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (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 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: 774 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 103 Hector Fontanez ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
P.s. 103 Hector Fontanez's student population of 774 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
774 students
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 103 Hector Fontanez 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. 103 Hector Fontanez is 0.53, 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
#3262 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
62%
31%
Black
29%
15%
White
4%
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
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. 103 Hector Fontanez's ranking?
P.s. 103 Hector Fontanez is ranked #3262 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 103 Hector Fontanez often compared to?
P.s. 103 Hector Fontanezis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 21 Philip H Sheridan by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 103 Hector Fontanez?
774 students attend P.s. 103 Hector Fontanez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of P.s. 103 Hector Fontanez students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% 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. 103 Hector Fontanez?
P.s. 103 Hector Fontanez has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 103 Hector Fontanez offer ?
P.s. 103 Hector Fontanez offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 103 Hector Fontanez part of?
P.s. 103 Hector Fontanez is part of New York City Geographic District #11.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 103 Hector Fontanez located?
P.s. 103 Hector Fontanez is located in the East Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 77 other public schools located in East Bronx.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Not satisfied with the progress of this school at all, they are very disorganized and not a very safe environment, not enough staff.
5 10/10/2025
I used go to this school back in 1971 1972 1973 is we graduate from this school to jhs is 144 michagelo i give this school ps 103 5 stars the best school me and my friends went to many many many year ago the teachers we had back in 1971 1972 1973 was great we learn the teachers didn''t play with us i miss the good old days
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