Serving 539 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ps 150 Charles James Fox 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 23% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 539 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps 150 Charles James Fox ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ps 150 Charles James Fox's student population of 539 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
539 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ps 150 Charles James Fox ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ps 150 Charles James Fox is 0.43, 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
#3689 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
73%
29%
Black
21%
16%
White
3%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ps 150 Charles James Fox's ranking?
Ps 150 Charles James Fox is ranked #3689 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ps 150 Charles James Fox often compared to?
Ps 150 Charles James Foxis often viewed alongside schools like Ps 134 George F Bristow, Ps 69 Journey Prep School, Ps 91 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 150 Charles James Fox?
539 students attend Ps 150 Charles James Fox.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Ps 150 Charles James Fox students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 150 Charles James Fox?
Ps 150 Charles James Fox has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 150 Charles James Fox offer ?
Ps 150 Charles James Fox offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 150 Charles James Fox part of?
Ps 150 Charles James Fox is part of New York City Geographic District #12 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ps 150 Charles James Fox located?
Ps 150 Charles James Fox is located in the Foxhurst neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Foxhurst.
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