Serving 579 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, James Weldon Johnson 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% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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 Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 579 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James Weldon Johnson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
James Weldon Johnson School's student population of 579 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
579 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
James Weldon Johnson 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 James Weldon Johnson School is 0.33, 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
#3813 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
80%
30%
Black
17%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
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 James Weldon Johnson School's ranking?
James Weldon Johnson School is ranked #3813 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are James Weldon Johnson School often compared to?
James Weldon Johnson Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dream Charter School East Harlem by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend James Weldon Johnson School?
579 students attend James Weldon Johnson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of James Weldon Johnson School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James Weldon Johnson School?
James Weldon Johnson School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does James Weldon Johnson School offer ?
James Weldon Johnson School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is James Weldon Johnson School part of?
James Weldon Johnson School is part of New York City Geographic District # 4 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/29/2013
this school is probably the best school I have been too.
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