Serving 316 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ps 43 Jonas Bronck 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 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (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 99% 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: 316 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps 43 Jonas Bronck ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ps 43 Jonas Bronck's student population of 316 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
316 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ps 43 Jonas Bronck 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 43 Jonas Bronck is 0.41, 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
#3872 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
74%
29%
Black
22%
16%
White
1%
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
95%
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 43 Jonas Bronck's ranking?
Ps 43 Jonas Bronck is ranked #3872 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 43 Jonas Bronck?
316 students attend Ps 43 Jonas Bronck.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Ps 43 Jonas Bronck students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 43 Jonas Bronck?
Ps 43 Jonas Bronck has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 43 Jonas Bronck offer ?
Ps 43 Jonas Bronck offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 43 Jonas Bronck part of?
Ps 43 Jonas Bronck is part of New York City Geographic District # 7 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ps 43 Jonas Bronck located?
Ps 43 Jonas Bronck is located in the Mott Haven neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 38 other public schools located in Mott Haven.
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