Serving 430 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 109 Sedgwick 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 20-24% (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 13:1 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 (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 109 SEDGWICK serves a compact attendance zone of approximately 0.1 square miles in the Bronx, NY, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive, and the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 109 Sedgwick's student population of 430 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
430 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
P.s. 109 Sedgwick 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. 109 Sedgwick is 0.39, 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
#4134 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
75%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
39%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)64.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Light Blue and Navy Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 109 Sedgwick's ranking?
P.s. 109 Sedgwick is ranked #4134 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 109 Sedgwick often compared to?
P.s. 109 Sedgwickis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 204 Morris Heights, New American Academy At Roberto Clemente State Park, P.s. 15 Institute For Environmental Learning by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% 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. 109 Sedgwick?
430 students attend P.s. 109 Sedgwick.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of P.s. 109 Sedgwick students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 109 Sedgwick?
P.s. 109 Sedgwick has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 109 Sedgwick offer ?
P.s. 109 Sedgwick offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 109 Sedgwick part of?
P.s. 109 Sedgwick is part of New York City Geographic District # 9.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 109 Sedgwick located?
P.s. 109 Sedgwick is located in the Morris Heights neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Morris Heights.
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