Serving 311 students in grades Kindergarten-5, P.s. 291 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 45% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 311 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 291 serves a small attendance zone in the Bronx, NY, covering approximately 0.1 square miles. Most residents live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.4 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 291's student population of 311 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
311 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
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School Rankings
P.s. 291 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. 291 is 0.17, 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
#3218 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Hispanic
91%
31%
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Black
7%
15%
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White
2%
39%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 20-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 20-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 291's ranking?
P.s. 291 is ranked #3218 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 291?
311 students attend P.s. 291.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of P.s. 291 students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 291?
P.s. 291 has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 291 offer ?
P.s. 291 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 291 part of?
P.s. 291 is part of New York City Geographic District #10.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 291 located?
P.s. 291 is located in the University Heights neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 8 other public schools located in University Heights.
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