Serving 142 students in grades Kindergarten-5, P.S. 159 Luis Mumoz Marin Biling 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 10-14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower 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.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 142 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.S. 159 Luis Mumoz Marin Biling ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
P.S. 159 Luis Mumoz Marin Biling's student population of 142 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
142 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
P.S. 159 Luis Mumoz Marin Biling 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. 159 Luis Mumoz Marin Biling is 0.25, 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
#3805 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
86%
29%
Black
12%
16%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
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. 159 Luis Mumoz Marin Biling's ranking?
P.S. 159 Luis Mumoz Marin Biling is ranked #3805 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.S. 159 Luis Mumoz Marin Biling?
142 students attend P.S. 159 Luis Mumoz Marin Biling.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of P.S. 159 Luis Mumoz Marin Biling students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.S. 159 Luis Mumoz Marin Biling?
P.S. 159 Luis Mumoz Marin Biling has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.S. 159 Luis Mumoz Marin Biling offer ?
P.S. 159 Luis Mumoz Marin Biling offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is P.S. 159 Luis Mumoz Marin Biling part of?
P.S. 159 Luis Mumoz Marin Biling is part of New York City Geographic District #10 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.S. 159 Luis Mumoz Marin Biling located?
P.S. 159 Luis Mumoz Marin Biling is located in the Belmont neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 19 other public schools located in Belmont.
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