Serving 133 students in grades Kindergarten-5, P.s. 159 Luis Mumoz Marin Biling 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 20-24% (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 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 133 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 159 Luis Mumoz Marin Biling ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
P.s. 159 Luis Mumoz Marin Biling's student population of 133 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
133 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 159 Luis Mumoz Marin Biling 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. 159 Luis Mumoz Marin Biling is 0.25, 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
#3745 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
86%
31%
Black
13%
15%
White
n/a
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
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. 159 Luis Mumoz Marin Biling's ranking?
P.s. 159 Luis Mumoz Marin Biling is ranked #3745 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% 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 P.s. 159 Luis Mumoz Marin Biling?
133 students attend P.s. 159 Luis Mumoz Marin Biling.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of P.s. 159 Luis Mumoz Marin Biling students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 159 Luis Mumoz Marin Biling?
P.s. 159 Luis Mumoz Marin Biling has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 159 Luis Mumoz Marin Biling offer ?
P.s. 159 Luis Mumoz Marin Biling offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 159 Luis Mumoz Marin Biling part of?
P.s. 159 Luis Mumoz Marin Biling is part of New York City Geographic District #10.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 159 Luis Mumoz Marin Biling located?
P.s. 159 Luis Mumoz Marin Biling is located in the Belmont neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 19 other public schools located in Belmont.
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