Serving 383 students in grades 6-8, I.S. 303 Herbert S Eisenberg 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 28% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
I.S. 303 Herbert S Eisenberg ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
I.S. 303 Herbert S Eisenberg's student population of 383 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
383 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
I.S. 303 Herbert S Eisenberg 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 I.S. 303 Herbert S Eisenberg is 0.74, which is more 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
#2499 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
25%
10%
Hispanic
28%
29%
Black
11%
16%
White
34%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is I.S. 303 Herbert S Eisenberg's ranking?
I.S. 303 Herbert S Eisenberg is ranked #2499 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are I.S. 303 Herbert S Eisenberg often compared to?
I.S. 303 Herbert S Eisenbergis often viewed alongside schools like P.S. 288 Shirley Tanyhill by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend I.S. 303 Herbert S Eisenberg?
383 students attend I.S. 303 Herbert S Eisenberg.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of I.S. 303 Herbert S Eisenberg students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of I.S. 303 Herbert S Eisenberg?
I.S. 303 Herbert S Eisenberg has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does I.S. 303 Herbert S Eisenberg offer ?
I.S. 303 Herbert S Eisenberg offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is I.S. 303 Herbert S Eisenberg part of?
I.S. 303 Herbert S Eisenberg is part of New York City Geographic District #21 School District.
In what neighborhood is I.S. 303 Herbert S Eisenberg located?
I.S. 303 Herbert S Eisenberg is located in the Coney Island neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Coney Island.
School Reviews
5 6/23/2017
This school is amazing
5 10/29/2016
My child looks forward to school. He loves News Literacy , Drama and Dance classes. There are tons of clubs such as Chess and CPR and First Aid. The sixth and seventh grade classes are teacher owned, they get walked to each class and no students are allowed to go to classes alone.
5 6/20/2014
This School Is Amazing, Exciting Things Happen In That Magical School. My Brother Went To That School. Well... Got Into That School. Ever Since He Went There He Has Been Getting Better Grades Than His Elementary School.
5 9/13/2013
I go to I.S.303 and it truley is amazing! All the teachers and the assint principal and helpers are so nice and caring! I would recommend any child to come to 303!
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