Serving 318 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ps 536 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 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 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 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24%
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps 536 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ps 536's student population of 318 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
318 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ps 536 is 0.57, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)20-24%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)25-29%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
15%
10%
Hispanic
61%
29%
Black
19%
16%
White
3%
41%
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
90%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Ps 536 often compared to?
Ps 536is often viewed alongside schools like Bronx Little School, Archer Elementary School 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 54% NY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 536?
318 students attend Ps 536.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Ps 536 students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 15% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 536?
Ps 536 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 536 offer ?
Ps 536 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 536 part of?
Ps 536 is part of New York City Geographic District #12 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ps 536 located?
Ps 536 is located in the East Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 77 other public schools located in East Bronx.
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