Serving 606 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Ps/ms 29 Melrose 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 24% (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 9:1 is lower 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 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 606 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS/MS 29 Melrose School serves an attendance zone of approximately 2.6 square miles in the Bronx, NY, with most students living within a 1.2-mile average distance from the school and the furthest edge being 1.8 miles away, making for a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ps/ms 29 Melrose School's student population of 606 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
606 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
The Relentless Pursuit of Excellence
School Rankings
Ps/ms 29 Melrose School 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 29 Melrose School is 0.48, 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
#3973 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
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)
45-49%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
65%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
32%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)58.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-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/ms 29 Melrose School's ranking?
Ps/ms 29 Melrose School is ranked #3973 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?
24% 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/ms 29 Melrose School?
606 students attend Ps/ms 29 Melrose School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Ps/ms 29 Melrose School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ps/ms 29 Melrose School?
Ps/ms 29 Melrose School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps/ms 29 Melrose School offer ?
Ps/ms 29 Melrose School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ps/ms 29 Melrose School part of?
Ps/ms 29 Melrose School is part of New York City Geographic District # 7.
In what neighborhood is Ps/ms 29 Melrose School located?
Ps/ms 29 Melrose School is located in the Melrose neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 4 other public schools located in Melrose.
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