Serving 223 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 38 Roberto Clemente 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 11-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 223 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 38 Roberto Clemente ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
P.s. 38 Roberto Clemente's student population of 223 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
223 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 38 Roberto Clemente 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. 38 Roberto Clemente is 0.47, 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
#4282 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
68%
30%
Black
26%
16%
White
4%
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
97%
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. 38 Roberto Clemente's ranking?
P.s. 38 Roberto Clemente is ranked #4282 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 38 Roberto Clemente often compared to?
P.s. 38 Roberto Clementeis often viewed alongside schools like Dream Charter School East Harlem by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 38 Roberto Clemente?
223 students attend P.s. 38 Roberto Clemente.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of P.s. 38 Roberto Clemente students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.s. 38 Roberto Clemente?
P.s. 38 Roberto Clemente has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 38 Roberto Clemente offer ?
P.s. 38 Roberto Clemente offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 38 Roberto Clemente part of?
P.s. 38 Roberto Clemente is part of New York City Geographic District # 4 School District.
School Reviews
5 11/9/2010
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» School 38 is a hidden gem of the New York City public school system. It has a strikingly dedicated staff. The effects of which can be seen throughout the halls of the school. Heavily decorated classrooms that exhibit rigorous student work adorn the walls throughout the institution. Further the school offers a variety of academic programs including: music, gym, theater, reading, math, science, social studies, and swim. I highly recommend this school.
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