Serving 377 students in grades 6-8, School For Inquiry And Social Justice 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 41% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
School For Inquiry And Social Justice ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
School For Inquiry And Social Justice's student population of 377 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
377 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
School For Inquiry And Social Justice 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 School For Inquiry And Social Justice is 0.33, 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
#2746 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
81%
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
94%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is School For Inquiry And Social Justice's ranking?
School For Inquiry And Social Justice is ranked #2746 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are School For Inquiry And Social Justice often compared to?
School For Inquiry And Social Justiceis often viewed alongside schools like Junior High School 123 James M Kiernan by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend School For Inquiry And Social Justice?
377 students attend School For Inquiry And Social Justice.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of School For Inquiry And Social Justice students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of School For Inquiry And Social Justice?
School For Inquiry And Social Justice has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does School For Inquiry And Social Justice offer ?
School For Inquiry And Social Justice offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is School For Inquiry And Social Justice part of?
School For Inquiry And Social Justice is part of New York City Geographic District # 8.
In what neighborhood is School For Inquiry And Social Justice located?
School For Inquiry And Social Justice is located in the East Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 77 other public schools located in East Bronx.
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