Serving 223 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.S. 154 Jonathan D Hyatt 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 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 223 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.S. 154 Jonathan D Hyatt ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
P.S. 154 Jonathan D Hyatt's student population of 223 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
223 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
P.S. 154 Jonathan D Hyatt 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. 154 Jonathan D Hyatt is 0.53, 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
#3511 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
55%
29%
Black
42%
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
2%
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. 154 Jonathan D Hyatt's ranking?
P.S. 154 Jonathan D Hyatt is ranked #3511 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.S. 154 Jonathan D Hyatt?
223 students attend P.S. 154 Jonathan D Hyatt.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of P.S. 154 Jonathan D Hyatt students are Hispanic, 42% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.S. 154 Jonathan D Hyatt?
P.S. 154 Jonathan D Hyatt has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.S. 154 Jonathan D Hyatt offer ?
P.S. 154 Jonathan D Hyatt offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is P.S. 154 Jonathan D Hyatt part of?
P.S. 154 Jonathan D Hyatt is part of New York City Geographic District # 7 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.S. 154 Jonathan D Hyatt located?
P.S. 154 Jonathan D Hyatt is located in the Mott Haven neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 38 other public schools located in Mott Haven.
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