Serving 353 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Grant Avenue Elementary School 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 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Grant Avenue Elementary School serves a small attendance zone in the Bronx, NY, covering approximately 0.1 square miles, with most areas within a 5-10 minute drive and the furthest edge located about 0.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grant Avenue Elementary School's student population of 353 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
353 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Grant Avenue Elementary School 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 Grant Avenue Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#3640 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
70%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grant Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Grant Avenue Elementary School is ranked #3640 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Grant Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Grant Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Family School 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 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Grant Avenue Elementary School?
353 students attend Grant Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Grant Avenue Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grant Avenue Elementary School?
Grant Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Grant Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Grant Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Grant Avenue Elementary School part of?
Grant Avenue Elementary School is part of New York City Geographic District # 9.
In what neighborhood is Grant Avenue Elementary School located?
Grant Avenue Elementary School is located in the Concourse Village neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 22 other public schools located in Concourse Village.
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