Serving 249 students in grades 6-8, I.S. 528 Bea Fuller Rodgers School 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 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
I.S. 528 Bea Fuller Rodgers School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
I.S. 528 Bea Fuller Rodgers School's student population of 249 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
249 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
I.S. 528 Bea Fuller Rodgers School 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. 528 Bea Fuller Rodgers School is 0.06, 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
#3312 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
97%
29%
Black
3%
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
91%
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 I.S. 528 Bea Fuller Rodgers School's ranking?
I.S. 528 Bea Fuller Rodgers School is ranked #3312 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend I.S. 528 Bea Fuller Rodgers School?
249 students attend I.S. 528 Bea Fuller Rodgers School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of I.S. 528 Bea Fuller Rodgers School students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of I.S. 528 Bea Fuller Rodgers School?
I.S. 528 Bea Fuller Rodgers School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does I.S. 528 Bea Fuller Rodgers School offer ?
I.S. 528 Bea Fuller Rodgers School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is I.S. 528 Bea Fuller Rodgers School part of?
I.S. 528 Bea Fuller Rodgers School is part of New York City Geographic District # 6 School District.
School Reviews
5 2/26/2018
IS528 is an excellent school with committed teachers and many programs for students, and a very welcoming space for parents and all the community
5 11/24/2017
Its a very supportive school
2 3/30/2009
It has become a nightmare for my child and I ever since he was enroll in this school. Some teachers in this school are not helpful. As a parent it has been difficult to see my child unhappy and lost.
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