Serving 202 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fairmont Neighborhood 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 10-14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). 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 10:1 is lower 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 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 202 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairmont Neighborhood 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
Fairmont Neighborhood School's student population of 202 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
202 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fairmont Neighborhood 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 Fairmont Neighborhood School is 0.49, 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
#3961 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
61%
29%
Black
38%
16%
White
1%
41%
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
92%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairmont Neighborhood School's ranking?
Fairmont Neighborhood School is ranked #3961 out of 4,377 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Fairmont Neighborhood School?
202 students attend Fairmont Neighborhood School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Fairmont Neighborhood School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fairmont Neighborhood School?
Fairmont Neighborhood School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Fairmont Neighborhood School offer ?
Fairmont Neighborhood School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Fairmont Neighborhood School part of?
Fairmont Neighborhood School is part of New York City Geographic District #12 School District.
In what neighborhood is Fairmont Neighborhood School located?
Fairmont Neighborhood 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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