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Ampark Neighborhood

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10

3961 HILLMAN AVE, Bronx, NY 10463

Enrollment

306

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,805 of 4,742

In Bronx

#210 of 452

public schools

In district

#34 of 83

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10

Equity

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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5.8/10

Elementary School in Bronx · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Ampark Neighborhood

Ampark Neighborhood is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10. Ampark Neighborhood serves approximately 306 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Ampark Neighborhood has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,805 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Ampark Neighborhood show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 4.9
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Ampark Neighborhood were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.88 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+4.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.6 pts
Overall Proficiency53% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+3.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment6.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Chronic Absenteeism30.7%

Ampark Neighborhood — Students at Ampark Neighborhood score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 47.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 49.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
95%
ELA
64.5%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
44.5%
2021*
Math
25.6%
ELA
42.9%
2022
Math
58%
ELA
48.3%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.6/10.

How Ampark Neighborhood Compares

See how Ampark Neighborhood performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
41th percentile in NY
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
6.6/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.7%

Location

3961 HILLMAN AVE, Bronx, NY 10463

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ampark Neighborhood may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HORACE MANN SCHOOL LOWER DIVISION (rated 6.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS/MS 280 MOSHOLU PARKWAY (rated 5.5/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ST PHILIP NERI SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.9 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 95 SHEILA MENCHER Bronx 0.0 mi 4.9
DEWITT CLINTON HIGH SCHOOL Bronx 0.2 mi 7.9
BRONX COLLABORATIVE HIGH SCHOOL Bronx 0.2 mi 8.7
WORLD VIEW HIGH SCHOOL Bronx 0.2 mi 7.6
BRONX HIGH SCHOOL OF SCIENCE (THE) Bronx 0.3 mi 8.1
HIGH SCHOOL OF AMERICAN STUDIES AT LEHMAN COLLEGE Bronx 0.6 mi 9.0
ST PHILIP NERI SCHOOL Bronx 0.7 mi 5.4
CANARSIE CHILDREN FIRST ACADEMY Bronx 0.6 mi
PS/MS 280 MOSHOLU PARKWAY Bronx 0.7 mi 5.5
JHS 80 MOSHOLU PARKWAY (THE) Bronx 0.7 mi 5.7
MARIE CURIE HIGH SCHOOL-NURSING Bronx 0.7 mi 6.0
NEW SCHOOL FOR LEADERSHIP AND JOURNALISM (THE) Bronx 0.7 mi 6.8
HORACE MANN SCHOOL LOWER DIVISION Bronx 0.8 mi 6.2
HORACE MANN SCHOOL Bronx 0.8 mi 6.7
PS 315 LAB SCHOOL Bronx 0.8 mi 4.6
PS 8 ISAAC VARIAN Bronx 0.9 mi 3.9
BRONX DANCE ACADEMY SCHOOL Bronx 0.7 mi 5.6
PS 360 Bronx 0.8 mi 3.7
HIGH SCHOOL FOR TEACHING AND THE PROFESSIONS Bronx 0.9 mi 6.7
CELIA CRUZ BRONX HIGH SCHOOL OF MUSIC (THE) Bronx 0.9 mi 9.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10463 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,952

Median Home Value

$352,200

Median Rent

$1,611/mo

Population

69,373

College Educated

43.9%

Homeownership

35%

Avg Commute

45.4 min

Poverty Rate

19.7%

Median Age

41.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ampark Neighborhood

What grades does Ampark Neighborhood serve?

Ampark Neighborhood serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Ampark Neighborhood?

Ampark Neighborhood has an enrollment of approximately 306 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ampark Neighborhood?

The student-teacher ratio at Ampark Neighborhood is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ampark Neighborhood rank in NY?

Ampark Neighborhood ranks #2,805 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Ampark Neighborhood's MySchoolScout rating?

Ampark Neighborhood has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Ampark Neighborhood?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ampark Neighborhood has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Ampark Neighborhood a charter school?

No, Ampark Neighborhood is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ampark Neighborhood a Title I school?

No, Ampark Neighborhood is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ampark Neighborhood?

57.2% of students at Ampark Neighborhood qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
81 Very Walkable
Transit Score
99 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
69 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
306
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bronx County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.7%

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