Serving 374 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 59 Community School Of Technology 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 16% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 59 Community School Of Technology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
P.s. 59 Community School Of Technology's student population of 374 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
374 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 59 Community School Of Technology 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. 59 Community School Of Technology is 0.48, 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
#4289 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
64%
30%
Black
34%
16%
White
2%
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
98%
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. 59 Community School Of Technology's ranking?
P.s. 59 Community School Of Technology is ranked #4289 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 59 Community School Of Technology?
374 students attend P.s. 59 Community School Of Technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of P.s. 59 Community School Of Technology students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 59 Community School Of Technology?
P.s. 59 Community School Of Technology has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 59 Community School Of Technology offer ?
P.s. 59 Community School Of Technology offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 59 Community School Of Technology part of?
P.s. 59 Community School Of Technology is part of New York City Geographic District #10 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 59 Community School Of Technology located?
P.s. 59 Community School Of Technology is located in the Belmont neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 19 other public schools located in Belmont.
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