Serving 337 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 8 Luis Belliard 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 15-19% (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 96% 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: 337 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 8 Luis Belliard ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
P.s. 8 Luis Belliard's student population of 337 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
337 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 8 Luis Belliard 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. 8 Luis Belliard is 0.15, 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
#3973 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
92%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
4%
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
95%
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. 8 Luis Belliard's ranking?
P.s. 8 Luis Belliard is ranked #3973 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 8 Luis Belliard often compared to?
P.s. 8 Luis Belliardis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 4 Duke Ellington, Castle Bridge School, P.s. 28 Wright Brothers by visitors of our site.
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 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 8 Luis Belliard?
337 students attend P.s. 8 Luis Belliard.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of P.s. 8 Luis Belliard students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.s. 8 Luis Belliard?
P.s. 8 Luis Belliard has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 8 Luis Belliard offer ?
P.s. 8 Luis Belliard offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 8 Luis Belliard part of?
P.s. 8 Luis Belliard is part of New York City Geographic District # 6 School District.
School Reviews
5 1/17/2018
the food looks bad but its good. Im in the 5th grad and now they have art my class (502) is doing mangen art.the teachers are so nice. we have senior week , prom and the moveing up corameny. we have a lot of programs we have winter wishs ,cookshop,saterday acdey ,math and ELA bootcamps and ather school.but best school ever and awesome things. ;)< 3 :]
5 10/22/2010
My daughter is on 1st grade and she's been attending this school since she was in PK. I love their Dual Language program. she is only 6 years old and she can read english and spanish at the same level. Plus the teacher are patient and sweet. If interested they also have an after school program managed by the childrens aid society. Good luck!
Review P.s. 8 Luis Belliard. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Is Your Public School Understaffed? Why Schools are Instituting Hiring Freezes
Explore the trend of hiring freezes in public schools and their impact on education. Learn why schools are implementing these measures and what it means for students and staff.
43 Fantastic ESL Resources for Students
We've put together this ESL resource guide to help students, from teens to adults, get the help they need to achieve their goals with learning English
Segregation in K-12 Education: Colonial Era
Explore the origins of educational segregation during the colonial era and the differential treatment of Native American, African American, and white students. This article delves into the historical context, policies, and societal attitudes that shaped early education in colonial America, highlighting the disparities and injustices that persisted within the schooling systems of that time.
