Serving 662 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ps 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 20% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). 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 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 662 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ps 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School's student population of 662 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
662 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ps 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School 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 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#3938 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
83%
29%
Black
13%
16%
White
1%
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
94%
51%
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 Ps 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Ps 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School is ranked #3938 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ps 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Ps 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ps 310 Marble Hill by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School?
662 students attend Ps 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Ps 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School?
Ps 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Ps 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School part of?
Ps 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School is part of New York City Geographic District #10 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ps 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School located?
Ps 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 10/31/2011
my son is learing alot. he likes his school and the teacher
5 7/14/2009
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.
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