Serving 807 students in grades 7-12, Barack Obama School For 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 19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 807 students
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barack Obama School For Social Justice ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Barack Obama School For Social Justice's student population of 807 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
807 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Barack Obama School For Social Justice ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barack Obama School For Social Justice is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3953 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
62%
29%
Black
25%
16%
White
5%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barack Obama School For Social Justice's ranking?
Barack Obama School For Social Justice is ranked #3953 out of 4,377 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Barack Obama School For Social Justice?
The graduation rate of Barack Obama School For Social Justice is 85-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Barack Obama School For Social Justice?
807 students attend Barack Obama School For Social Justice.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Barack Obama School For Social Justice students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Barack Obama School For Social Justice offer ?
Barack Obama School For Social Justice offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Barack Obama School For Social Justice part of?
Barack Obama School For Social Justice is part of Yonkers City School District.
In what neighborhood is Barack Obama School For Social Justice located?
Barack Obama School For Social Justice is located in the Getty Square neighborhood of Yonkers, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Getty Square.
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