Serving 369 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Ps/is 155 Nicholas Herkimer ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps/is 155 Nicholas Herkimer ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ps/is 155 Nicholas Herkimer's student population of 369 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
369 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Ps/is 155 Nicholas Herkimer 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 Ps/is 155 Nicholas Herkimer is 0.50, 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
#2473 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
63%
30%
Black
32%
16%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
1%
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
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 Ps/is 155 Nicholas Herkimer's ranking?
Ps/is 155 Nicholas Herkimer is ranked #2473 out of 4,346 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps/is 155 Nicholas Herkimer?
369 students attend Ps/is 155 Nicholas Herkimer.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Ps/is 155 Nicholas Herkimer students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ps/is 155 Nicholas Herkimer?
Ps/is 155 Nicholas Herkimer has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps/is 155 Nicholas Herkimer offer ?
Ps/is 155 Nicholas Herkimer offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ps/is 155 Nicholas Herkimer part of?
Ps/is 155 Nicholas Herkimer is part of New York City Geographic District #23 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ps/is 155 Nicholas Herkimer located?
Ps/is 155 Nicholas Herkimer is located in the Ocean Hill neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 14 other public schools located in Ocean Hill.
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