Serving 555 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.S. 32 Belmont 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 6% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than 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 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: 555 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.S. 32 Belmont ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
P.S. 32 Belmont's student population of 555 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
555 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
P.S. 32 Belmont 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. 32 Belmont is 0.35, 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
#4264 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
79%
29%
Black
18%
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 (21-22)
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. 32 Belmont's ranking?
P.S. 32 Belmont is ranked #4264 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.S. 32 Belmont often compared to?
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.S. 32 Belmont?
555 students attend P.S. 32 Belmont.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of P.S. 32 Belmont students are Hispanic, 18% 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. 32 Belmont?
P.S. 32 Belmont has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.S. 32 Belmont offer ?
P.S. 32 Belmont offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is P.S. 32 Belmont part of?
P.S. 32 Belmont is part of New York City Geographic District #10 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.S. 32 Belmont located?
P.S. 32 Belmont is located in the Belmont neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 19 other public schools located in Belmont.
School Reviews
5 7/7/2017
I am a former student from 09 and i wanted to say this school was the best and everyone had an opportunity to do what they wanted to. Many memories happen here in the golden age era of the school it was amazing, Hope there's an option to come back and visit the place again.
4 6/10/2017
I graduated from PS:32, 1972. I lived across the street at 77 East 183rd Street, building on top of grocery store on corner (Ramos Grocery Store???)Good Memories
5 11/15/2012
my son has been in this for two years this is a great school i am sad that he no longer could attend this school but the staff and everyone who work there are great!!!
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