Summary:
The zip code 10472 in the Bronx, New York is home to 17 schools, including 8 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 6 high schools, serving a predominantly economically disadvantaged student population. While the schools in this area face challenges, a few standout institutions, such as Bold Charter School and Ps 583, demonstrate that high academic achievement is possible, with exceptional test scores and strong school rankings.
The schools in this data set have high rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 84% to 97%, indicating a significant level of economic disadvantage in the student population. Spending per student also varies, from $25,016 to $35,265, with most schools spending around $30,000 per student. Student-teacher ratios are generally within a reasonable range, between 9:1 and 17:2, with most schools having ratios between 11:1 and 14:1.
The high schools in the data set have four-year graduation rates around 84%, slightly below the statewide average. Test scores also show a wide range, with some schools, like Bold Charter and Ps 583, achieving very high proficiency rates (over 50%) in English Language Arts and Math, while others, like Ps 47 John Randolph and Ps 195, have much lower proficiency (under 30%).
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