Serving 306 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.S. 132 Ralph Bunche 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 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.S. 132 Ralph Bunche's student population of 306 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
306 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
P.S. 132 Ralph Bunche 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. 132 Ralph Bunche is 0.32, 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
#2096 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
9%
29%
Black
82%
16%
White
1%
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
73%
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 P.S. 132 Ralph Bunche's ranking?
P.S. 132 Ralph Bunche is ranked #2096 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.S. 132 Ralph Bunche often compared to?
P.S. 132 Ralph Buncheis often viewed alongside schools like P.S. 15 Jackie Robinson by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.S. 132 Ralph Bunche?
306 students attend P.S. 132 Ralph Bunche.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of P.S. 132 Ralph Bunche students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.S. 132 Ralph Bunche?
P.S. 132 Ralph Bunche has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.S. 132 Ralph Bunche offer ?
P.S. 132 Ralph Bunche offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is P.S. 132 Ralph Bunche part of?
P.S. 132 Ralph Bunche is part of New York City Geographic District #29 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.S. 132 Ralph Bunche located?
P.S. 132 Ralph Bunche is located in the Laurelton neighborhood of Springfield Gardens, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Laurelton.
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