Below Average
#3707 of 4,742 schools in NY
Based on limited data
MS 596
Elementary School · NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75
850 BAYCHESTER AVE, Bronx, NY 10475
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 426 schools in Bronx. Learn more
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,707 of 4,742
In Bronx
#317 of 452
public schools
In district
#11 of 58
NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75
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MS 596
Elementary School in Bronx · grades Pre-K – 7th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About MS 596
MS 596 is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75. MS 596 serves approximately 399 students, and covers grades Pre-K-7th, and has a 5.9:1 student-teacher ratio. MS 596 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,707 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 5.9:1 students to teachers, MS 596 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
60% of students at MS 596 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How MS 596 Compares
See how MS 596 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
850 BAYCHESTER AVE, Bronx, NY 10475
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering MS 596 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BAYCHESTER ACADEMY (rated 8.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 153 HELEN KELLER (rated 7.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BETTER LEARNING II (rated 6.2/10, 0.8 miles away), 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 178 DR SELMAN WAKSMAN Bronx | 0.0 mi | 3.7 |
| PS 176 Bronx | 0.0 mi | 4.0 |
| HARRY S TRUMAN HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.1 mi | 6.5 |
| BRONX HEALTH SCIENCES HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.1 mi | 7.8 |
| IS 181 PABLO CASALS Bronx | 0.1 mi | 6.8 |
| PS 153 HELEN KELLER Bronx | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| MS 180 DR DANIEL HALE WILLIAMS Bronx | 0.2 mi | 6.1 |
| GARVEY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| CAPITAL PREPARATORY BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| PS 723 Bronx | 0.5 mi | 3.2 |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY FOR SOCIAL ACTION Bronx | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY FOR SOCIAL ACTION MIDDLE SCHOOL (CASA) Bronx | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| BAYCHESTER ACADEMY Bronx | 0.5 mi | 8.7 |
| CARDINAL SPELLMAN HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| PS 111 SETON FALLS Bronx | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BETTER LEARNING Bronx | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| JHS 144 MICHELANGELO Bronx | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| PELHAM GARDENS MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BETTER LEARNING II Bronx | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| SCO FAMILY SERVICES - THE CHRISTOPHER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10475 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,383
Median Home Value
$31,900
Median Rent
$1,221/mo
Population
42,771
College Educated
27.6%
Homeownership
44.9%
Avg Commute
50.3 min
Poverty Rate
15.4%
Median Age
44.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ABRAM LANSING SCHOOL Cohoes, NY | 4.8 |
| CHENANGO BRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Binghamton, NY | 4.8 |
| ELIZABETH CADY STANTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seneca Falls, NY | 4.8 |
| ELM STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Waverly, NY | 4.8 |
| HARRIET ROSS TUBMAN ACADEMY Buffalo, NY | 4.8 |
| HOLBROOK ROAD SCHOOL Centereach, NY | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about MS 596
What grades does MS 596 serve?
MS 596 serves students in grades Pre-K through 7th.
How many students attend MS 596?
MS 596 has an enrollment of approximately 399 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at MS 596?
The student-teacher ratio at MS 596 is 5.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does MS 596 rank in NY?
MS 596 ranks #3,707 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is MS 596's MySchoolScout rating?
MS 596 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is MS 596 a charter school?
No, MS 596 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is MS 596 a Title I school?
No, MS 596 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for MS 596?
86.2% of students at MS 596 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 – 7th
- Enrollment
- 399
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 68
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.2%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 59.6%
- Phone
- (718) 904-5750
Resources & Links
District
NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75- Schools in District
- 59
- District Rank
- #11 of 58
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