Serving 127 students in grades 6-9, Harold O Levy 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 6-9% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-9
- Enrollment: 127 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harold O Levy School 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
Harold O Levy School's student population of 127 students has declined by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-9
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
127 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Harold O Levy School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harold O Levy School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4092 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
11:1
Hispanic
87%
31%
Black
9%
15%
White
3%
39%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harold O Levy School's ranking?
Harold O Levy School is ranked #4092 out of 4,346 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Harold O Levy School?
127 students attend Harold O Levy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Harold O Levy School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harold O Levy School?
Harold O Levy School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Harold O Levy School offer ?
Harold O Levy School offers enrollment in grades 6-9 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harold O Levy School part of?
Harold O Levy School is part of New York City Geographic District # 6.
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