Serving 814 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, P.s. 214 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% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). 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 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 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 814 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 214 serves an attendance zone of approximately 2.6 square miles in the Bronx, NY, with most families living within a 1-mile radius of the school and typical drive times ranging from 5 to 10 minutes. The furthest edge of the zone extends about 1.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 214's student population of 814 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
814 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Achieving Starts with Believing
School Rankings
P.s. 214 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. 214 is 0.39, 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
#3860 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
76%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-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)64.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 19-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. 214's ranking?
P.s. 214 is ranked #3860 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 214 often compared to?
P.s. 214is often viewed alongside schools like Emolior Academy, Young Women's Leadership School Of The Bronx by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 214?
814 students attend P.s. 214.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of P.s. 214 students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 214?
P.s. 214 has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 214 offer ?
P.s. 214 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 214 part of?
P.s. 214 is part of New York City Geographic District #12.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 214 located?
P.s. 214 is located in the West Farms neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 4 other public schools located in West Farms.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I want to know uniform colors
5 10/10/2025
My son is going to start 6th grade in September . Anybody knows the color of uniforms thanks.
5 10/10/2025
I'M A STUDENT. THIS IS AWESOME also the uniform colors r royal blue.
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