Serving 447 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ps 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 26% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). 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 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 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps 291 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ps 291's student population of 447 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
447 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ps 291 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ps 291 is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3636 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
91%
29%
Black
7%
16%
White
2%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ps 291's ranking?
Ps 291 is ranked #3636 out of 4,377 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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 291?
447 students attend Ps 291.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Ps 291 students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 291?
Ps 291 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 291 offer ?
Ps 291 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 291 part of?
Ps 291 is part of New York City Geographic District #10 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ps 291 located?
Ps 291 is located in the University Heights neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 8 other public schools located in University Heights.
School Reviews
5 3/16/2017
I love this school and I'm in 5th grade in this school.I've been in ps291 since kindergarten
Review Ps 291. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Should Teacher Salaries be Public Information?
Public school teachers are considered public servants – but does that make their salary details public information? Learn about the heated debate surrounding whether teacher salaries should be made public.
The Link Between Education and Incarceration: The NAACP Report
Education and the rate of incarceration have been linked in a recent NAACP report. Learn about the report and the troubling findings.
Bussing: North Carolina's New Student Assignment Plan
We analyze a new plan for student assignment in two North Carolina school districts and the public reaction to the idea of bussing students – as well as alternatives that have been proposed by education experts.
