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#1843 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 39% in state

Paula Hedbavny School

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6

421 W 219TH ST, New York, NY 10034

Enrollment

290

Student-Teacher

8.3:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,843 of 4,742

In New York

#173 of 346

public schools

In district

#12 of 45

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6

Academic growth

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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6.8/10

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About Paula Hedbavny School

Paula Hedbavny School is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6. Paula Hedbavny School serves approximately 290 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Paula Hedbavny School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,843 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Paula Hedbavny School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 8.3:1 students to teachers, Paula Hedbavny School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

41% of students at Paula Hedbavny 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.63 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-17.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.1 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.3:1
Chronic Absenteeism41%

Paula Hedbavny School — Students at Paula Hedbavny School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

71.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 49.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
46.2% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 47.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
55.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 36 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
87%
ELA
56%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
40%
2011
Math
73%
ELA
50%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
24%
2013
Math
44%
ELA
30%
2014
Math
45%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
53%
ELA
50%
2016
Math
50%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
44.5%
ELA
54.5%
2021*
Math
40.1%
ELA
48.7%
2022
Math
36%
ELA
52.8%

* 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: 7.4/10.

How Paula Hedbavny School Compares

See how Paula Hedbavny School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
61th percentile in NY
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
5.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
41.0%

Location

421 W 219TH ST, New York, NY 10034

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Paula Hedbavny School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. AMBER CHARTER SCHOOL KINGSBRIDGE (rated 8.0/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Bronx), which scores notably higher. Another option is KINNERET DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Bronx), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, AMBER CHARTER SCHOOL INWOOD (rated 6.9/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.7 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 18 PARK TERRACE New York 0.0 mi 5.2
ZETA CHARTER SCHOOL - INWOOD New York 0.1 mi 3.7
ATMOSPHERE ACADEMY PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx 0.3 mi 3.6
AMBER CHARTER SCHOOL INWOOD New York 0.3 mi 6.9
MARBLE HILL HIGH SCHOOL OF INTERNATIONAL STUDIES Bronx 0.4 mi 8.3
BRONX THEATRE HIGH SCHOOL Bronx 0.4 mi 6.7
BRONX ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY Bronx 0.4 mi 5.7
BRONX SCHOOL OF LAW AND FINANCE Bronx 0.4 mi 5.6
ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS-INTER SUPP Bronx 0.4 mi 5.7
NEW VISIONS CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE HUMANITIES Bronx 0.4 mi 7.7
NEW VISIONS CHARTER HS-ADV MATH/SCIE Bronx 0.4 mi 7.3
PS 98 SHORAC KAPPOCK New York 0.4 mi 5.1
PS 310 MARBLE HILL Bronx 0.4 mi 4.6
KINNERET DAY SCHOOL Bronx 0.5 mi 7.5
IN-TECH ACADEMY (MS/HS 368) Bronx 0.5 mi 5.2
PS 37 MULTIPLE INTELLIGENCE SCHOOL Bronx 0.6 mi 4.4
INWOOD ACADEMY FOR LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL New York 0.5 mi 5.8
PS 207 Bronx 0.6 mi 2.0
INTERNATIONAL LEADERSHIP CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Bronx 0.7 mi 7.9
AMBER CHARTER SCHOOL KINGSBRIDGE Bronx 0.7 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10034 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,786

Median Home Value

$518,000

Median Rent

$1,621/mo

Population

39,037

College Educated

39.2%

Homeownership

10%

Avg Commute

46.8 min

Poverty Rate

14.6%

Median Age

38.1

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EAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Beach, NY 6.8
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Paula Hedbavny School

What grades does Paula Hedbavny School serve?

Paula Hedbavny School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Paula Hedbavny School?

Paula Hedbavny School has an enrollment of approximately 290 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Paula Hedbavny School?

The student-teacher ratio at Paula Hedbavny School is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Paula Hedbavny School rank in NY?

Paula Hedbavny School ranks #1,843 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Paula Hedbavny School's MySchoolScout rating?

Paula Hedbavny School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Paula Hedbavny School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Paula Hedbavny School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Paula Hedbavny School a charter school?

No, Paula Hedbavny School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Paula Hedbavny School a Title I school?

No, Paula Hedbavny School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Paula Hedbavny School?

71.4% of students at Paula Hedbavny 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
88 Very Walkable
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
63 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
290
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
71.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
New York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
41.0%

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