Serving 297 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Samara Community 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 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (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.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Samara Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Samara Community School's student population of 297 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
297 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Samara Community 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 Samara Community School 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
#3872 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
86%
30%
Black
12%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Samara Community School's ranking?
Samara Community School is ranked #3872 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Samara Community School often compared to?
Samara Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairmont Neighborhood School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Samara Community School?
297 students attend Samara Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Samara Community School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Samara Community School?
Samara Community School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Samara Community School offer ?
Samara Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Samara Community School part of?
Samara Community School is part of New York City Geographic District #12 School District.
In what neighborhood is Samara Community School located?
Samara Community School is located in the West Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 61 other public schools located in West Bronx.
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