Serving 757 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 131 Abigail Adams ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 757 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 131 Abigail Adams ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
P.s. 131 Abigail Adams's student population of 757 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
757 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 131 Abigail Adams ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 131 Abigail Adams is 0.42, 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
#852 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
75%
10%
Hispanic
14%
30%
Black
5%
16%
White
3%
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
83%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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. 131 Abigail Adams's ranking?
P.s. 131 Abigail Adams is ranked #852 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 131 Abigail Adams often compared to?
P.s. 131 Abigail Adamsis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 86, P.s. 95 Eastwood by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 131 Abigail Adams?
757 students attend P.s. 131 Abigail Adams.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of P.s. 131 Abigail Adams students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 131 Abigail Adams?
P.s. 131 Abigail Adams has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 131 Abigail Adams offer ?
P.s. 131 Abigail Adams offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 131 Abigail Adams part of?
P.s. 131 Abigail Adams is part of New York City Geographic District #29 School District.
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