Serving 327 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Locke School Of Arts And Engineering 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 35-39% (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 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Locke School Of Arts And Engineering ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Locke School Of Arts And Engineering's student population of 327 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
327 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Locke School Of Arts And Engineering 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 Locke School Of Arts And Engineering is 0.73, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3467 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
38%
31%
Black
28%
15%
White
19%
39%
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Locke School Of Arts And Engineering's ranking?
Locke School Of Arts And Engineering is ranked #3467 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Locke School Of Arts And Engineering often compared to?
Locke School Of Arts And Engineeringis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 165 Robert E Simon, Harlem Link Charter School, Central Park East I by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% 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 Locke School Of Arts And Engineering?
327 students attend Locke School Of Arts And Engineering.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Locke School Of Arts And Engineering students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Locke School Of Arts And Engineering?
Locke School Of Arts And Engineering has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Locke School Of Arts And Engineering offer ?
Locke School Of Arts And Engineering offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Locke School Of Arts And Engineering part of?
Locke School Of Arts And Engineering is part of New York City Geographic District # 3.
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