Serving 115 students in grades 2-7, Red Hook Neighborhood School 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 21-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-7
- Enrollment: 115 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Red Hook Neighborhood School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Red Hook Neighborhood School's student population of 115 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-7
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
115 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Red Hook Neighborhood School 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 Red Hook Neighborhood School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3449 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
33%
30%
Black
29%
16%
White
30%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Hook Neighborhood School's ranking?
Red Hook Neighborhood School is ranked #3449 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Red Hook Neighborhood School often compared to?
Red Hook Neighborhood Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 15 Patrick F Daly by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Red Hook Neighborhood School?
115 students attend Red Hook Neighborhood School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Red Hook Neighborhood School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 29% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Red Hook Neighborhood School?
Red Hook Neighborhood School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Red Hook Neighborhood School offer ?
Red Hook Neighborhood School offers enrollment in grades 2-7 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Red Hook Neighborhood School part of?
Red Hook Neighborhood School is part of New York City Geographic District #15 School District.
In what neighborhood is Red Hook Neighborhood School located?
Red Hook Neighborhood School is located in the Red Hook neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 4 other public schools located in Red Hook.
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