Serving 506 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.S. 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar 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 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.S. 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
P.S. 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar's student population of 506 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
506 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
P.S. 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar 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 P.S. 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar is 0.38, 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
#3710 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
76%
29%
Black
22%
16%
White
2%
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
96%
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 P.S. 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar's ranking?
P.S. 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar is ranked #3710 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.S. 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar often compared to?
P.S. 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbaris often viewed alongside schools like P.S. 199 Shakespeare School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.S. 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar?
506 students attend P.S. 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of P.S. 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.S. 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar?
P.S. 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.S. 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar offer ?
P.S. 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is P.S. 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar part of?
P.S. 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar is part of New York City Geographic District # 9 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.S. 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar located?
P.S. 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar is located in the Highbridge neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Highbridge.
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