Serving 203 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ps 18 Edward Bush 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% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 203 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps 18 Edward Bush ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Ps 18 Edward Bush's student population of 203 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
203 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ps 18 Edward Bush ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ps 18 Edward Bush is 0.52, 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
#3739 out of 4093 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
65%
29%
Black
21%
16%
White
12%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ps 18 Edward Bush's ranking?
Ps 18 Edward Bush is ranked #3739 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ps 18 Edward Bush often compared to?
Ps 18 Edward Bushis often viewed alongside schools like Ps 250 George H Lindsay by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 18 Edward Bush?
203 students attend Ps 18 Edward Bush.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Ps 18 Edward Bush students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 18 Edward Bush?
Ps 18 Edward Bush has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 18 Edward Bush offer ?
Ps 18 Edward Bush offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 18 Edward Bush part of?
Ps 18 Edward Bush is part of New York City Geographic District #14 School District.
School Reviews
5 1/17/2018
I love this school. My son is in Pre-K, and I couldn't hope for a warmer, more welcoming, more attentive classroom experience for him. The teacher and assistants clearly love children and make them feel so welcome and appreciated. My son is in bilingual Pre-K (Spanish/English) with German enrichment classes as well. I'm so happy he's starting his schooling experience in this delightful atmosphere. We're putting PS 18 as our top choice for kindergarten -- after attending an open house, I love the school even more. A new gym is being built (in addition to their schoolyard), the German classes are delightful (the kids seemed to be having so much fun), and the level of involvement, enthusiasm and skill demonstrated by the principal and staff is so impressive. The school is growing and developing, and wants to be a integral part of the community. So glad we're part of it.
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