Serving 1,079 students in grades Kindergarten-8, P.s. 71 Rose E Scala ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher 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 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,079 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 71 Rose E Scala serves an attendance zone of approximately 1.1 square miles in the Bronx, NY, with most areas located within a short 5-10 minute drive to the school, and the furthest boundary only 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 71 Rose E Scala's student population of 1,079 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,079 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Child, Every Classroom, Every Day
School Rankings
P.s. 71 Rose E Scala ranks within the top 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. 71 Rose E Scala is 0.58, 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
#1890 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
13%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
61%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
18%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 71 Rose E Scala's ranking?
P.s. 71 Rose E Scala is ranked #1890 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 71 Rose E Scala often compared to?
P.s. 71 Rose E Scalais often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 14 Senator John Calandra, P.s. 108 Philip J Abinanti by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 71 Rose E Scala?
1,079 students attend P.s. 71 Rose E Scala.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of P.s. 71 Rose E Scala students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 71 Rose E Scala?
P.s. 71 Rose E Scala has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 71 Rose E Scala offer ?
P.s. 71 Rose E Scala offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 71 Rose E Scala part of?
P.s. 71 Rose E Scala is part of New York City Geographic District # 8.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 71 Rose E Scala located?
P.s. 71 Rose E Scala is located in the Pelham Bay neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Pelham Bay.
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