Serving 393 students in grades Kindergarten-8, P.s. 15 Institute For Environmental Learning 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 42% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 393 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 15 Institute For Environmental Learning's student population of 393 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
393 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 15 Institute For Environmental Learning 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 P.s. 15 Institute For Environmental Learning is 0.20, 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
#2695 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
89%
30%
Black
9%
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
85%
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 P.s. 15 Institute For Environmental Learning's ranking?
P.s. 15 Institute For Environmental Learning is ranked #2695 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 15 Institute For Environmental Learning often compared to?
P.s. 15 Institute For Environmental Learningis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 109 Sedgwick, P.s. 204 Morris Heights by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 15 Institute For Environmental Learning?
393 students attend P.s. 15 Institute For Environmental Learning.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of P.s. 15 Institute For Environmental Learning students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 15 Institute For Environmental Learning?
P.s. 15 Institute For Environmental Learning has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 15 Institute For Environmental Learning offer ?
P.s. 15 Institute For Environmental Learning offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 15 Institute For Environmental Learning part of?
P.s. 15 Institute For Environmental Learning is part of New York City Geographic District #10 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 15 Institute For Environmental Learning located?
P.s. 15 Institute For Environmental Learning is located in the University Heights neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 8 other public schools located in University Heights.
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