Serving 242 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Elementary School For Math Science And Technology 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 10-14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elementary School For Math Science And Technology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Elementary School For Math Science And Technology's student population of 242 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
242 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elementary School For Math Science And Technology 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 Elementary School For Math Science And Technology is 0.36, 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
#4277 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
77%
29%
Black
22%
16%
White
n/a
40%
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%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elementary School For Math Science And Technology's ranking?
Elementary School For Math Science And Technology is ranked #4277 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Elementary School For Math Science And Technology often compared to?
Elementary School For Math Science And Technologyis often viewed alongside schools like P.S. 204 Morris Heights by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Elementary School For Math Science And Technology?
242 students attend Elementary School For Math Science And Technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Elementary School For Math Science And Technology students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elementary School For Math Science And Technology?
Elementary School For Math Science And Technology has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Elementary School For Math Science And Technology offer ?
Elementary School For Math Science And Technology offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Elementary School For Math Science And Technology part of?
Elementary School For Math Science And Technology is part of New York City Geographic District #10 School District.
In what neighborhood is Elementary School For Math Science And Technology located?
Elementary School For Math Science And Technology is located in the Fordham Heights neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Fordham Heights.
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