Serving 472 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School 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 26% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (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 97% 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: 472 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School serves a compact attendance zone of approximately 0.1 square miles in the Bronx, NY, with most students living within a short 5-10 minute drive and averaging 0.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 0.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School's student population of 472 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
472 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
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School Rankings
P.s. 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School 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. 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School 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
#3982 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
52%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Asian
1%
10%
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Hispanic
81%
31%
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Black
15%
15%
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White
3%
39%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)63.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
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. 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
P.s. 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School is ranked #3982 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
P.s. 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 310 Marble Hill by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School?
472 students attend P.s. 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of P.s. 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School?
P.s. 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School offer ?
P.s. 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School part of?
P.s. 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School is part of New York City Geographic District #10.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School located?
P.s. 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School is located in the Fordham Heights neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Fordham Heights.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This is a pretty good School, my daughter has learned alot in one year. The teachers took their time to explain the work and made sure she understood the work before moving on to the next subject.
5 10/10/2025
my son is learing alot. he likes his school and the teacher
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