Very Good
#1554 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 33% in state
Grant Avenue Elementary School
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
250 E 164TH ST, Bronx, NY 10456
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,554 of 4,742
In Bronx
#82 of 452
public schools
In district
#15 of 69
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Grant Avenue Elementary School
Grant Avenue Elementary School is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9. Grant Avenue Elementary School serves approximately 368 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Grant Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,554 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Grant Avenue Elementary School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 5.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
49% of students at Grant Avenue Elementary 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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Grant Avenue Elementary School — Students at Grant Avenue Elementary School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 30 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.6/10.
How Grant Avenue Elementary School Compares
See how Grant Avenue Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
250 E 164TH ST, Bronx, NY 10456
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Grant Avenue Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOUTH BRONX CLASSICAL CHARTER SCHOOL IV (rated 7.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is FAMILY SCHOOL (THE) (rated 7.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CONCOURSE VILLAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10456 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$35,676
Median Home Value
$428,800
Median Rent
$1,194/mo
Population
86,958
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
6.6%
Avg Commute
41 min
Poverty Rate
36.8%
Median Age
33.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Grant Avenue Elementary School
What grades does Grant Avenue Elementary School serve?
Grant Avenue Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Grant Avenue Elementary School?
Grant Avenue Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 368 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grant Avenue Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Grant Avenue Elementary School is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Grant Avenue Elementary School rank in NY?
Grant Avenue Elementary School ranks #1,554 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Grant Avenue Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Grant Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Grant Avenue Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Grant Avenue Elementary School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
Is Grant Avenue Elementary School a charter school?
No, Grant Avenue Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Grant Avenue Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Grant Avenue Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Grant Avenue Elementary School?
95.9% of students at Grant Avenue Elementary 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
- 368
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.2%
- Phone
- (718) 681-6288
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9- District Enrollment
- 26,766
- Schools in District
- 69
- District Rank
- #15 of 69
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