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New American Academy at Roberto Clemente State Park (the)
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
275 HARLEM RIVER PARK BRIDGE, Bronx, NY 10453
Enrollment
371
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
371
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,537 of 4,742
In Bronx
#292 of 452
public schools
In district
#54 of 69
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
Academic growth
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About New American Academy at Roberto Clemente State Park (the)
New American Academy at Roberto Clemente State Park (the) is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9. New American Academy at Roberto Clemente State Park (the) serves approximately 371 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. New American Academy at Roberto Clemente State Park (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,537 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for New American Academy at Roberto Clemente State Park (the) show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at New American Academy at Roberto Clemente State Park (the) sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
63% of students at New American Academy at Roberto Clemente State Park (the) 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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New American Academy at Roberto Clemente State Park (the) — Students at New American Academy at Roberto Clemente State Park (the) score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.9%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 7.7/10.
How New American Academy at Roberto Clemente State Park (the) Compares
See how New American Academy at Roberto Clemente State Park (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
275 HARLEM RIVER PARK BRIDGE, Bronx, NY 10453
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New American Academy at Roberto Clemente State Park (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EQUITY PROJECT CHARTER SCHOOL (THE) (rated 7.9/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby New York), which scores notably higher. Another option is PROFESSOR JUAN BOSCH PUBLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby New York), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 204 MORRIS HEIGHTS (rated 7.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IS 229 ROLAND PATTERSON Bronx | 0.0 mi | 5.7 |
| PS 109 SEDGWICK Bronx | 0.1 mi | 3.1 |
| PS 226 Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| PS 5 ELLEN LURIE New York | 0.4 mi | 4.1 |
| COLLEGE ACADEMY (THE) New York | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR MEDIA & COMMUNICATIONS New York | 0.3 mi | 5.1 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR LAW & PUBLIC SERVICE New York | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR HEALTH CAREERS & SCIENCES New York | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 204 MORRIS HEIGHTS Bronx | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| IS 303 LEADERSHIP & COMMUNITY SERVICE Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| IS 232 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| ACADEMY FOR LANGUAGE AND TECHNOLOGY Bronx | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| EQUITY PROJECT CHARTER SCHOOL (THE) New York | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| PS 189 New York | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| PS 396 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 4.0 |
| MS 390 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL FOR LAW AND SOCIAL JUSTICE Bronx | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| PROFESSOR JUAN BOSCH PUBLIC SCHOOL New York | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| PS 199 SHAKESPEARE SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| PS 306 Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10453 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$35,482
Median Home Value
$580,100
Median Rent
$1,393/mo
Population
78,270
College Educated
14.5%
Homeownership
4.9%
Avg Commute
42.9 min
Poverty Rate
33.7%
Median Age
34.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CENTER STREET SCHOOL Horseheads, NY | 5.0 |
| COLONIAL VILLAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Niagara Falls, NY | 5.0 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER New Hyde Park, NY | 5.0 |
| EAST HILL SCHOOL Canajoharie, NY | 5.0 |
| GENESEO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Geneseo, NY | 5.0 |
| GREATER PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oneonta, NY | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New American Academy at Roberto Clemente State Park (the)
What grades does New American Academy at Roberto Clemente State Park (the) serve?
New American Academy at Roberto Clemente State Park (the) serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend New American Academy at Roberto Clemente State Park (the)?
New American Academy at Roberto Clemente State Park (the) has an enrollment of approximately 371 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New American Academy at Roberto Clemente State Park (the)?
The student-teacher ratio at New American Academy at Roberto Clemente State Park (the) is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does New American Academy at Roberto Clemente State Park (the) rank in NY?
New American Academy at Roberto Clemente State Park (the) ranks #3,537 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is New American Academy at Roberto Clemente State Park (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?
New American Academy at Roberto Clemente State Park (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 New American Academy at Roberto Clemente State Park (the)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, New American Academy at Roberto Clemente State Park (the) has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).
Is New American Academy at Roberto Clemente State Park (the) a charter school?
No, New American Academy at Roberto Clemente State Park (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is New American Academy at Roberto Clemente State Park (the) a Title I school?
No, New American Academy at Roberto Clemente State Park (the) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New American Academy at Roberto Clemente State Park (the)?
98.9% of students at New American Academy at Roberto Clemente State Park (the) 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
- 371
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 62.5%
- Phone
- (718) 901-9703
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9- District Enrollment
- 26,766
- Schools in District
- 69
- District Rank
- #54 of 69
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