Excellent
#35 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 3% of private schools
Ecfs
Elementary School
3901 FIELDSTON RD, Bronx, NY 10471
Enrollment
377
Student-Teacher
3.9:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
377
Student-Teacher
3.9:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#35 of 992
In Bronx
#2 of 53
public schools
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Ecfs
Elementary School in Bronx · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ecfs
Ecfs is a private elementary school in Bronx, NY. Ecfs serves approximately 377 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 3.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Ecfs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #35 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 3.9:1 students to teachers, Ecfs sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Ecfs is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Ecfs compares to 237 public schools serving similar grades in Bronx, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ecfs (this school) | 8.4 |
| PS 24 SPUYTEN DUYVIL | 8.6 |
| MILTON FEIN SCHOOL | 8.5 |
| AMBER CHARTER SCHOOL KINGSBRIDGE | 8.0 |
| PS 37 MULTIPLE INTELLIGENCE SCHOOL | 4.4 |
| PS 207 | 2.0 |
| AMPARK NEIGHBORHOOD | 5.8 |
| PS 95 SHEILA MENCHER | 4.9 |
| PS 81 ROBERT J CHRISTEN | 8.2 |
| PS 360 | 3.7 |
| PS 315 LAB SCHOOL | 4.6 |
| PS 310 MARBLE HILL | 4.6 |
| PS 86 KINGSBRIDGE HEIGHTS | 5.5 |
| GIRLS PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL OF THE BRONX II | 5.6 |
| PS 340 | 5.2 |
| PS/MS 280 MOSHOLU PARKWAY | 5.5 |
| KIPP BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL II | 6.9 |
| PS 8 ISAAC VARIAN | 3.9 |
| PS 94 KINGS COLLEGE SCHOOL | 3.9 |
| PS 46 EDGAR ALLAN POE | 5.7 |
| PS 246 POE CENTER | 4.7 |
Showing 20 of 237 schools. View all schools in Bronx
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NY.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in NY
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
3901 FIELDSTON RD, Bronx, NY 10471
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ecfs may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 24 SPUYTEN DUYVIL (rated 8.6/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is MILTON FEIN SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS 81 ROBERT J CHRISTEN (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HORACE MANN SCHOOL LOWER DIVISION Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| HORACE MANN SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| ST GABRIEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| MILTON FEIN SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 8.5 |
| YESHIVA OHAVEI TORAH OF RIVERDALE Bronx | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| AMBER CHARTER SCHOOL KINGSBRIDGE Bronx | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| INTERNATIONAL LEADERSHIP CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| RIVERDALE/KINGSBRIDGE ACADEMY (MS/HS 141) Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| PS 24 SPUYTEN DUYVIL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 8.6 |
| YESHIVA OF THE TELSHE ALUMNI Bronx | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| PS 207 Bronx | 0.8 mi | 2.0 |
| PS 37 MULTIPLE INTELLIGENCE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| IN-TECH ACADEMY (MS/HS 368) Bronx | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| MARIE CURIE HIGH SCHOOL-NURSING Bronx | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| NEW SCHOOL FOR LEADERSHIP AND JOURNALISM (THE) Bronx | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| PS 81 ROBERT J CHRISTEN Bronx | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| MARBLE HILL HIGH SCHOOL OF INTERNATIONAL STUDIES Bronx | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| BRONX THEATRE HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| BRONX ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY Bronx | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| BRONX SCHOOL OF LAW AND FINANCE Bronx | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10471 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,738
Median Home Value
$406,500
Median Rent
$1,729/mo
Population
23,400
College Educated
58.5%
Homeownership
57.5%
Avg Commute
44.7 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
46.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BROOKLYN SCHOOL OF INQUIRY Brooklyn, NY | 8.4 |
| GEORGE WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mohegan Lake, NY | 8.4 |
| HEWITT SCHOOL Rockville Centre, NY | 8.4 |
| LEEP DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 8.4 |
| MARBLETOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Accord, NY | 8.4 |
| MIDLAND SCHOOL Rye, NY | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ecfs
What grades does Ecfs serve?
Ecfs serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Ecfs?
Ecfs has an enrollment of approximately 377 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ecfs?
The student-teacher ratio at Ecfs is 3.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Ecfs rank in NY?
Ecfs ranks #35 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Ecfs's MySchoolScout rating?
Ecfs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Ecfs a private school?
Yes, Ecfs is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Ecfs a religious school?
No, Ecfs is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 377
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 97
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 162 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Phone
- (212) 712-6252
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