Needs Improvement
#4313 of 4,742 schools in NY
Bronx Little School
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12
1827 ARCHER ST, Bronx, NY 10460
Enrollment
314
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
314
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,313 of 4,742
In Bronx
#395 of 452
public schools
In district
#41 of 46
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12
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Bronx Little School
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About Bronx Little School
Bronx Little School is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12. Bronx Little School serves approximately 314 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Bronx Little School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #4,313 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Bronx Little School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.8
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Bronx Little School 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
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Bronx Little School — Students at Bronx Little School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.3/10.
How Bronx Little School Compares
See how Bronx Little School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1827 ARCHER ST, Bronx, NY 10460
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bronx Little School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 2 (rated 8.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS/MS 498 VAN NEST ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ARCHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 536 Bronx | 0.0 mi | 6.0 |
| ARCHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.0 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 47 JOHN RANDOLPH Bronx | 0.4 mi | 4.8 |
| STEAM BRIDGE SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 2 Bronx | 0.6 mi | 3.9 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| WINGS ACADEMY Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| PS/MS 498 VAN NEST ACADEMY Bronx | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 2 Bronx | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| ST HELENA SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| PS 106 PARKCHESTER Bronx | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| ST RAYMOND HIGH SCHOOL FOR BOYS Bronx | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| PUGSLEY PREPARATORY ACADEMY Bronx | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| ST RAYMOND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| PS 583 Bronx | 0.8 mi | 3.0 |
| JHS 127 CASTLE HILL (THE) Bronx | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| LINDEN TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| MOTT HALL V Bronx | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| CINEMA SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| ST RAYMOND ACADEMY FOR GIRLS Bronx | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10460 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,067
Median Home Value
$589,300
Median Rent
$1,332/mo
Population
61,101
College Educated
15.2%
Homeownership
10.7%
Avg Commute
47 min
Poverty Rate
33.9%
Median Age
34.4
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| AVON PRIMARY SCHOOL Avon, NY | 3.8 |
| CARTHAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Carthage, NY | 3.8 |
| CONNETQUOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip Terrace, NY | 3.8 |
| CYNTHIA JENKINS SCHOOL Jamaica, NY | 3.8 |
| ELMWOOD VILLAGE CHARTER SCHOOL DAYS PARK Buffalo, NY | 3.8 |
| GENESEE STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Auburn, NY | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bronx Little School
What grades does Bronx Little School serve?
Bronx Little School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Bronx Little School?
Bronx Little School has an enrollment of approximately 314 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bronx Little School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bronx Little School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bronx Little School rank in NY?
Bronx Little School ranks #4,313 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Bronx Little School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bronx Little School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Bronx Little School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bronx Little School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Bronx Little School a charter school?
No, Bronx Little School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bronx Little School a Title I school?
No, Bronx Little School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bronx Little School?
93.0% of students at Bronx Little School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 314
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.7%
- Phone
- (718) 792-2650
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12- District Enrollment
- 17,376
- Schools in District
- 47
- District Rank
- #41 of 46
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