Serving 268 students in grades 6-8, I.s. 219 New Venture School 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 12% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (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: 268 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
I.s. 219 New Venture School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
I.s. 219 New Venture School's student population of 268 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
268 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
I.s. 219 New Venture School 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. 219 New Venture School is 0.49, 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
#3950 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
63%
30%
Black
35%
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
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is I.s. 219 New Venture School's ranking?
I.s. 219 New Venture School is ranked #3950 out of 4,377 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend I.s. 219 New Venture School?
268 students attend I.s. 219 New Venture School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of I.s. 219 New Venture School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of I.s. 219 New Venture School?
I.s. 219 New Venture School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does I.s. 219 New Venture School offer ?
I.s. 219 New Venture School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is I.s. 219 New Venture School part of?
I.s. 219 New Venture School is part of New York City Geographic District # 9 School District.
In what neighborhood is I.s. 219 New Venture School located?
I.s. 219 New Venture School is located in the Morrisania neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 40 other public schools located in Morrisania.
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