Serving 428 students in grades Kindergarten-5, P.s. 306 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% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (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.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 306 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
P.s. 306's student population of 428 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
428 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Striving for Excellence
School Rankings
P.s. 306 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 P.s. 306 is 0.43, 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
#3826 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
71%
30%
Black
27%
16%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
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 P.s. 306's ranking?
P.s. 306 is ranked #3826 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 306 often compared to?
P.s. 306is often viewed alongside schools like Bronx School Of Young Leaders by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 306?
428 students attend P.s. 306.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of P.s. 306 students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.s. 306?
P.s. 306 has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 306 offer ?
P.s. 306 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 306 part of?
P.s. 306 is part of New York City Geographic District #10 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 306 located?
P.s. 306 is located in the Morris Heights neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Morris Heights.
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