Serving 297 students in grades Kindergarten-5, P.s. 87 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 15-19% (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 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 87's student population of 297 students has declined by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
297 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 87 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. 87 is 0.59, 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
#4093 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
7%
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
32%
30%
Black
55%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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. 87's ranking?
P.s. 87 is ranked #4093 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 87 often compared to?
P.s. 87is often viewed alongside schools like Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% 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. 87?
297 students attend P.s. 87.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of P.s. 87 students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.s. 87?
P.s. 87 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 87 offer ?
P.s. 87 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 87 part of?
P.s. 87 is part of New York City Geographic District #11 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 87 located?
P.s. 87 is located in the East Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 77 other public schools located in East Bronx.
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