Serving 310 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 226 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 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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-5
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 226 serves a compact attendance zone located in the Bronx, NY, covering approximately 0.2 square miles. Families in the area can typically drive to the school in about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located around 0.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 226's student population of 310 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
310 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
P.s. 226 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. 226 is 0.32, 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
#3647 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
81%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
39%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.1%
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
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-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. 226's ranking?
P.s. 226 is ranked #3647 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 226?
310 students attend P.s. 226.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of P.s. 226 students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 226?
P.s. 226 has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 226 offer ?
P.s. 226 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 226 part of?
P.s. 226 is part of New York City Geographic District #10.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 226 located?
P.s. 226 is located in the University Heights neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 8 other public schools located in University Heights.
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