Serving 851 students in grades Kindergarten-8, P.s. 95 Sheila Mencher 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 28% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (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 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: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 851 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 95 Sheila Mencher serves an attendance area in the Bronx, NY, covering approximately 0.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 95 Sheila Mencher's student population of 851 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
851 students
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Motto
PS/MS 95 Inspires to Aspire
School Rankings
P.s. 95 Sheila Mencher 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. 95 Sheila Mencher is 0.41, 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
#3611 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
75%
31%
Black
16%
15%
White
2%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
55%
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. 95 Sheila Mencher's ranking?
P.s. 95 Sheila Mencher is ranked #3611 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 95 Sheila Mencher often compared to?
P.s. 95 Sheila Mencheris often viewed alongside schools like Ampark Neighborhood, Milton Fein School, P.s. 37 Multiple Intelligence School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 95 Sheila Mencher?
851 students attend P.s. 95 Sheila Mencher.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of P.s. 95 Sheila Mencher students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 95 Sheila Mencher?
P.s. 95 Sheila Mencher has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 95 Sheila Mencher offer ?
P.s. 95 Sheila Mencher offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 95 Sheila Mencher part of?
P.s. 95 Sheila Mencher is part of New York City Geographic District #10.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 95 Sheila Mencher located?
P.s. 95 Sheila Mencher is located in the West Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 61 other public schools located in West Bronx.
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