Serving 822 students in grades 5-8, Junior High School 383 Philippa Schuyler 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 21% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 822 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Junior High School 383 Philippa Schuyler's student population of 822 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
822 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Junior High School 383 Philippa Schuyler 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 Junior High School 383 Philippa Schuyler is 0.50, 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
#2539 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
65%
29%
Black
28%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
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 Junior High School 383 Philippa Schuyler's ranking?
Junior High School 383 Philippa Schuyler is ranked #2539 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Junior High School 383 Philippa Schuyler often compared to?
Junior High School 383 Philippa Schuyleris often viewed alongside schools like Medgar Evers College Preparatory School, I.S. 318 Eugenio Maria De Hostos by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Junior High School 383 Philippa Schuyler?
822 students attend Junior High School 383 Philippa Schuyler.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Junior High School 383 Philippa Schuyler students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Junior High School 383 Philippa Schuyler?
Junior High School 383 Philippa Schuyler has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Junior High School 383 Philippa Schuyler offer ?
Junior High School 383 Philippa Schuyler offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Junior High School 383 Philippa Schuyler part of?
Junior High School 383 Philippa Schuyler is part of New York City Geographic District #32 School District.
In what neighborhood is Junior High School 383 Philippa Schuyler located?
Junior High School 383 Philippa Schuyler is located in the Bushwick neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 35 other public schools located in Bushwick.
School Reviews
5 4/9/2015
I still go there it is a really good schools and the lessons are at advanced levels to give intelligent students a challenge.
5 9/13/2013
I been to the school it is great
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