Serving 298 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 130 Abram Stevens Hewitt 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 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 130 Abram Stevens Hewitt ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
P.s. 130 Abram Stevens Hewitt's student population of 298 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
298 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 130 Abram Stevens Hewitt 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. 130 Abram Stevens Hewitt is 0.35, 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
#3454 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
79%
30%
Black
17%
16%
White
2%
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
92%
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 P.s. 130 Abram Stevens Hewitt's ranking?
P.s. 130 Abram Stevens Hewitt is ranked #3454 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 130 Abram Stevens Hewitt often compared to?
P.s. 130 Abram Stevens Hewittis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 161 Juan Ponce De Leon School, Girls Preparatory Charter School Of The Bronx by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 130 Abram Stevens Hewitt?
298 students attend P.s. 130 Abram Stevens Hewitt.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of P.s. 130 Abram Stevens Hewitt students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 130 Abram Stevens Hewitt?
P.s. 130 Abram Stevens Hewitt has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 130 Abram Stevens Hewitt offer ?
P.s. 130 Abram Stevens Hewitt offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 130 Abram Stevens Hewitt part of?
P.s. 130 Abram Stevens Hewitt is part of New York City Geographic District # 8 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 130 Abram Stevens Hewitt located?
P.s. 130 Abram Stevens Hewitt is located in the Woodstock neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 22 other public schools located in Woodstock.
School Reviews
5 7/19/2016
My daughter came from a new school in Brooklyn that I thought was the best to PS130x with only 8 weeks remaining in the school year. She was only a level B reader and ended up Level D in those two months. The faculty is amazing. I am proud that both my kids will be attending this school next year!
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