Serving 633 students in grades 6-12, Laboratory School Of Finance And Technology X223 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 99% 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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 633 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laboratory School Of Finance And Technology X223 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Laboratory School Of Finance And Technology X223's student population of 633 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
633 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Laboratory School Of Finance And Technology X223 ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laboratory School Of Finance And Technology X223 is 0.31, 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
#1476 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
82%
29%
Black
15%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laboratory School Of Finance And Technology X223's ranking?
Laboratory School Of Finance And Technology X223 is ranked #1476 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Laboratory School Of Finance And Technology X223 often compared to?
Laboratory School Of Finance And Technology X223is often viewed alongside schools like South Bronx Preparatory - A College Board School, Academy Of Applied Mathematics And Technology by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Laboratory School Of Finance And Technology X223?
The graduation rate of Laboratory School Of Finance And Technology X223 is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Laboratory School Of Finance And Technology X223?
633 students attend Laboratory School Of Finance And Technology X223.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Laboratory School Of Finance And Technology X223 students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laboratory School Of Finance And Technology X223?
Laboratory School Of Finance And Technology X223 has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Laboratory School Of Finance And Technology X223 offer ?
Laboratory School Of Finance And Technology X223 offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Laboratory School Of Finance And Technology X223 part of?
Laboratory School Of Finance And Technology X223 is part of New York City Geographic District # 7 School District.
In what neighborhood is Laboratory School Of Finance And Technology X223 located?
Laboratory School Of Finance And Technology X223 is located in the Mott Haven neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 38 other public schools located in Mott Haven.
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