Serving 1,224 students in grades Kindergarten-8, P.s. 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole ranks in the top 30% 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 61% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,224 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
P.s. 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole's student population of 1,224 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,224 students
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
P.s. 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole is 0.68, 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
#1211 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
25%
10%
Hispanic
31%
31%
Black
n/a
15%
White
41%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
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 P.s. 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole's ranking?
P.s. 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole is ranked #1211 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole often compared to?
P.s. 49 Dorothy Bonawit Koleis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 128 Lorraine Tuzzo-juniper Valley by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole?
1,224 students attend P.s. 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of P.s. 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole?
P.s. 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole offer ?
P.s. 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole part of?
P.s. 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole is part of New York City Geographic District #24.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Anthony Lombardi is an excellent Principle. He has a gift with the children. The Teachers, quality of the programs are superior. We are lucky to have our child at PS/IS 49
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