Serving 364 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 140 Eagle 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 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 140 Eagle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
P.s. 140 Eagle School's student population of 364 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
364 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
P.s. 140 Eagle 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 P.s. 140 Eagle School 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
#3872 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
66%
30%
Black
30%
16%
White
3%
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
94%
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 P.s. 140 Eagle School's ranking?
P.s. 140 Eagle School is ranked #3872 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 140 Eagle School often compared to?
P.s. 140 Eagle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 48 Joseph R Drake, South Bronx Classical Charter School Iii by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 140 Eagle School?
364 students attend P.s. 140 Eagle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of P.s. 140 Eagle School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.s. 140 Eagle School?
P.s. 140 Eagle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 140 Eagle School offer ?
P.s. 140 Eagle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is P.s. 140 Eagle School part of?
P.s. 140 Eagle School is part of New York City Geographic District # 8 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 140 Eagle School located?
P.s. 140 Eagle School is located in the Morrisania neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 40 other public schools located in Morrisania.
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