Serving 308 students in grades 6-8, I.s. 303 Leadership & Community Service 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 22% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (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 (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
I.s. 303 Leadership & Community Service's student population of 308 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
I.s. 303 Leadership & Community Service 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 I.s. 303 Leadership & Community Service is 0.37, 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
#3709 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
76%
30%
Black
24%
15%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
New York City Geographic District # 9
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is I.s. 303 Leadership & Community Service's ranking?
I.s. 303 Leadership & Community Service is ranked #3709 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are I.s. 303 Leadership & Community Service often compared to?
I.s. 303 Leadership & Community Serviceis often viewed alongside schools like I.s. 232 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend I.s. 303 Leadership & Community Service?
308 students attend I.s. 303 Leadership & Community Service.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of I.s. 303 Leadership & Community Service students are Hispanic, and 24% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of I.s. 303 Leadership & Community Service?
I.s. 303 Leadership & Community Service has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does I.s. 303 Leadership & Community Service offer ?
I.s. 303 Leadership & Community Service offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is I.s. 303 Leadership & Community Service part of?
I.s. 303 Leadership & Community Service is part of New York City Geographic District # 9.
In what neighborhood is I.s. 303 Leadership & Community Service located?
I.s. 303 Leadership & Community Service is located in the Morris Heights neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Morris Heights.
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