Serving 417 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 6 West Farms 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 15-19% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 6 West Farms serves a compact area in the Bronx, NY, covering approximately 0.3 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 0.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 6 West Farms's student population of 417 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
417 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
P.s. 6 West Farms 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. 6 West Farms is 0.42, 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
#4031 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
72%
31%
Black
25%
15%
White
2%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)65.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 6 West Farms's ranking?
P.s. 6 West Farms is ranked #4031 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 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 6 West Farms?
417 students attend P.s. 6 West Farms.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of P.s. 6 West Farms students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 6 West Farms?
P.s. 6 West Farms has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 6 West Farms offer ?
P.s. 6 West Farms offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 6 West Farms part of?
P.s. 6 West Farms is part of New York City Geographic District #12.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 6 West Farms located?
P.s. 6 West Farms is located in the West Farms neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 4 other public schools located in West Farms.
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