Serving 459 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 48 Joseph R Drake 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 7% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (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 Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 48 Joseph R Drake ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
P.s. 48 Joseph R Drake's student population of 459 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
459 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 48 Joseph R Drake 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. 48 Joseph R Drake is 0.37, 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
#4344 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
77%
30%
Black
20%
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 (19-20)
1%
4%
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. 48 Joseph R Drake's ranking?
P.s. 48 Joseph R Drake is ranked #4344 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 48 Joseph R Drake often compared to?
P.s. 48 Joseph R Drakeis often viewed alongside schools like South Bronx Classical Charter School Iii, P.s. 140 Eagle 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?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 48 Joseph R Drake?
459 students attend P.s. 48 Joseph R Drake.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of P.s. 48 Joseph R Drake students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.s. 48 Joseph R Drake?
P.s. 48 Joseph R Drake has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 48 Joseph R Drake offer ?
P.s. 48 Joseph R Drake offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 48 Joseph R Drake part of?
P.s. 48 Joseph R Drake is part of New York City Geographic District # 8 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 48 Joseph R Drake located?
P.s. 48 Joseph R Drake is located in the Hunts Point neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 4 other public schools located in Hunts Point.
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