Serving 364 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 158 Warwick 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 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). 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 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 158 Warwick ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
P.s. 158 Warwick's student population of 364 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
364 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 158 Warwick 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 P.s. 158 Warwick is 0.58, 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
#3872 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
45%
30%
Black
47%
16%
White
1%
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
94%
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. 158 Warwick's ranking?
P.s. 158 Warwick is ranked #3872 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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. 158 Warwick?
364 students attend P.s. 158 Warwick.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of P.s. 158 Warwick students are Black, 45% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.s. 158 Warwick?
P.s. 158 Warwick has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 158 Warwick offer ?
P.s. 158 Warwick offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 158 Warwick part of?
P.s. 158 Warwick is part of New York City Geographic District #19 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 158 Warwick located?
P.s. 158 Warwick is located in the East New York neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 41 other public schools located in East New York.
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