Serving 271 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 18 John Peter Zenger 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 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than 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 and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 18 John Peter Zenger serves a 2.6 square mile area in the Bronx, NY, with most students living within a 1.1-mile distance from the school and the furthest edge of the zone reaching 1.5 miles away. Parents can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school from within the attendance area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 18 John Peter Zenger's student population of 271 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
271 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
P.s. 18 John Peter Zenger 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 P.s. 18 John Peter Zenger is 0.54, 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
#3931 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
58%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
35%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 18-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 P.s. 18 John Peter Zenger's ranking?
P.s. 18 John Peter Zenger is ranked #3931 out of 4,346 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 18 John Peter Zenger?
271 students attend P.s. 18 John Peter Zenger.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of P.s. 18 John Peter Zenger students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 1% 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 P.s. 18 John Peter Zenger?
P.s. 18 John Peter Zenger has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 18 John Peter Zenger offer ?
P.s. 18 John Peter Zenger offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 18 John Peter Zenger part of?
P.s. 18 John Peter Zenger is part of New York City Geographic District # 7.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 18 John Peter Zenger located?
P.s. 18 John Peter Zenger is located in the Mott Haven neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 38 other public schools located in Mott Haven.
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