Serving 782 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan Iii 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 21% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 782 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan Iii's student population of 782 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
782 students
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
School Rankings
Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan Iii 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/ms 20 Po George J Werdan Iii is 0.41, 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
#3807 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
76%
31%
Black
11%
15%
White
4%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan Iii's ranking?
Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan Iii is ranked #3807 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan Iii often compared to?
Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan Iiiis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 205 Fiorello Laguardia, P.s. 8 Isaac Varian by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan Iii?
782 students attend Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan Iii.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan Iii students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 4% 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/ms 20 Po George J Werdan Iii?
Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan Iii has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan Iii offer ?
Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan Iii offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan Iii part of?
Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan Iii is part of New York City Geographic District #10.
In what neighborhood is Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan Iii located?
Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan Iii is located in the Norwood neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 9 other public schools located in Norwood.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
All I have to say is this school should build a wall!
4 10/10/2025
My child loves this school! It has fun activity and awesome teachers. my child is learning a lot in both math, reading, writing and music, i recommend this school.
3 10/10/2025
the best school ever.
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