Serving 215 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Neighborhood School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher 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 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 215 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Neighborhood School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Neighborhood School's student population of 215 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
215 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Neighborhood School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Neighborhood School is 0.70, 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
#2030 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
35%
31%
Black
10%
15%
White
41%
39%
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Neighborhood School's ranking?
Neighborhood School is ranked #2030 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Neighborhood School often compared to?
Neighborhood Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Earth School, East Village Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Neighborhood School?
215 students attend Neighborhood School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Neighborhood School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Neighborhood School?
Neighborhood School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Neighborhood School offer ?
Neighborhood School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Neighborhood School part of?
Neighborhood School is part of New York City Geographic District # 1.
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