Serving 663 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, P.s. 19 Judith K Weiss ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 663 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 19 Judith K Weiss's student population of 663 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
663 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Are You Driven Today?
School Rankings
P.s. 19 Judith K Weiss ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 19 Judith K Weiss is 0.64, 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
#1219 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
37%
30%
Black
6%
16%
White
47%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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. 19 Judith K Weiss's ranking?
P.s. 19 Judith K Weiss is ranked #1219 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 19 Judith K Weiss?
663 students attend P.s. 19 Judith K Weiss.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of P.s. 19 Judith K Weiss students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 19 Judith K Weiss?
P.s. 19 Judith K Weiss has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 19 Judith K Weiss offer ?
P.s. 19 Judith K Weiss offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 19 Judith K Weiss part of?
P.s. 19 Judith K Weiss is part of New York City Geographic District #11 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 19 Judith K Weiss located?
P.s. 19 Judith K Weiss is located in the East Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 77 other public schools located in East Bronx.
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