Serving 427 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 62 Inocensio Casanova 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 27% (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 11:1 is equal to 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: 427 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 62 Inocencio Casanova serves a compact attendance area in the Bronx, NY, covering approximately 0.1 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 62 Inocensio Casanova's student population of 427 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
427 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
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School Rankings
P.s. 62 Inocensio Casanova 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. 62 Inocensio Casanova is 0.30, 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%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
52%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
82%
31%
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Black
16%
15%
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White
1%
39%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)63.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
55%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 62 Inocensio Casanova's ranking?
P.s. 62 Inocensio Casanova is ranked #4031 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 62 Inocensio Casanova often compared to?
P.s. 62 Inocensio Casanovais often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 5 Port Morris, Girls Preparatory Charter School Of The Bronx by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% 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. 62 Inocensio Casanova?
427 students attend P.s. 62 Inocensio Casanova.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of P.s. 62 Inocensio Casanova students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 62 Inocensio Casanova?
P.s. 62 Inocensio Casanova has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 62 Inocensio Casanova offer ?
P.s. 62 Inocensio Casanova offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 62 Inocensio Casanova part of?
P.s. 62 Inocensio Casanova is part of New York City Geographic District # 8.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 62 Inocensio Casanova located?
P.s. 62 Inocensio Casanova is located in the Morris Park neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Morris Park.
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