Serving 169 students in grades 6-8, Ps/is 224 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 10-14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 169 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS/IS 224 serves an attendance area of approximately 2.6 square miles in the Bronx, NY, with a typical drive to the school taking around 5 to 10 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is 0.9 miles, extending up to 1.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ps/is 224's student population of 169 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
169 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Ps/is 224 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 Ps/is 224 is 0.46, 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
#4154 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
68%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
28%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
39%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)62.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2013–2024. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ps/is 224's ranking?
Ps/is 224 is ranked #4154 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ps/is 224 often compared to?
Ps/is 224is often viewed alongside schools like Academy Of Applied Mathematics And Technology, Young Leaders Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps/is 224?
169 students attend Ps/is 224.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Ps/is 224 students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 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 Ps/is 224?
Ps/is 224 has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps/is 224 offer ?
Ps/is 224 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ps/is 224 part of?
Ps/is 224 is part of New York City Geographic District # 7.
In what neighborhood is Ps/is 224 located?
Ps/is 224 is located in the Mott Haven neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 38 other public schools located in Mott Haven.
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