Serving 518 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 108 Philip J Abinanti 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 58% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 108 Philip J Abinanti ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
P.s. 108 Philip J Abinanti's student population of 518 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
518 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
P.s. 108 Philip J Abinanti 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 P.s. 108 Philip J Abinanti is 0.68, 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
#1733 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
10%
Hispanic
36%
30%
Black
5%
16%
White
42%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 108 Philip J Abinanti's ranking?
P.s. 108 Philip J Abinanti is ranked #1733 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 108 Philip J Abinanti often compared to?
P.s. 108 Philip J Abinantiis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 14 Senator John Calandra, P.s. 71 Rose E Scala by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 108 Philip J Abinanti?
518 students attend P.s. 108 Philip J Abinanti.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of P.s. 108 Philip J Abinanti students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.s. 108 Philip J Abinanti?
P.s. 108 Philip J Abinanti has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 108 Philip J Abinanti offer ?
P.s. 108 Philip J Abinanti offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is P.s. 108 Philip J Abinanti part of?
P.s. 108 Philip J Abinanti is part of New York City Geographic District #11 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 108 Philip J Abinanti located?
P.s. 108 Philip J Abinanti is located in the Morris Park neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Morris Park.
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