Serving 308 students in grades 6-8, I.s. 303 Leadership & Community Service 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 6-9% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
I.s. 303 Leadership & Community Service ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
I.s. 303 Leadership & Community Service's student population of 308 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
I.s. 303 Leadership & Community Service 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 I.s. 303 Leadership & Community Service 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
#3871 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
76%
30%
Black
24%
16%
White
n/a
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
97%
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 I.s. 303 Leadership & Community Service's ranking?
I.s. 303 Leadership & Community Service is ranked #3871 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are I.s. 303 Leadership & Community Service often compared to?
I.s. 303 Leadership & Community Serviceis often viewed alongside schools like I.s. 232 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend I.s. 303 Leadership & Community Service?
308 students attend I.s. 303 Leadership & Community Service.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of I.s. 303 Leadership & Community Service students are Hispanic, and 24% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of I.s. 303 Leadership & Community Service?
I.s. 303 Leadership & Community Service has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does I.s. 303 Leadership & Community Service offer ?
I.s. 303 Leadership & Community Service offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is I.s. 303 Leadership & Community Service part of?
I.s. 303 Leadership & Community Service is part of New York City Geographic District # 9 School District.
In what neighborhood is I.s. 303 Leadership & Community Service located?
I.s. 303 Leadership & Community Service is located in the Morris Heights neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Morris Heights.
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