Serving 284 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lucero Elementary 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 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lucero Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Lucero Elementary School's student population of 284 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
284 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lucero Elementary 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 Lucero Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#3281 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
91%
30%
Black
8%
16%
White
n/a
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
95%
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 Lucero Elementary School's ranking?
Lucero Elementary School is ranked #3281 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Lucero Elementary School often compared to?
Lucero Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 114 Luis Llorens Torres School, P.s. 11 Highbridge by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Lucero Elementary School?
284 students attend Lucero Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Lucero Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lucero Elementary School?
Lucero Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lucero Elementary School offer ?
Lucero Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lucero Elementary School part of?
Lucero Elementary School is part of New York City Geographic District # 9.
In what neighborhood is Lucero Elementary School located?
Lucero Elementary School is located in the Mount Eden neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 8 other public schools located in Mount Eden.
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