Serving 299 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 273 Wortman 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 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 273 Wortman ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
P.s. 273 Wortman's student population of 299 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
299 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 273 Wortman 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. 273 Wortman is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4031 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
32%
31%
Black
65%
15%
White
2%
39%
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
89%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
New York City Geographic District #19
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 273 Wortman's ranking?
P.s. 273 Wortman is ranked #4031 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 273 Wortman often compared to?
P.s. 273 Wortmanis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 290 Juan Morel Campos, P.s. 158 Warwick by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 273 Wortman?
299 students attend P.s. 273 Wortman.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of P.s. 273 Wortman students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 273 Wortman?
P.s. 273 Wortman has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 273 Wortman offer ?
P.s. 273 Wortman offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 273 Wortman part of?
P.s. 273 Wortman is part of New York City Geographic District #19.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 273 Wortman located?
P.s. 273 Wortman is located in the East New York neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 41 other public schools located in East New York.
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