Below Average
#3821 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 1 Courtlandt School
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7
335 E 152ND ST, Bronx, NY 10451
Enrollment
441
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
441
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,821 of 4,742
In Bronx
#326 of 452
public schools
In district
#32 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7
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PS 1 Courtlandt School
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About PS 1 Courtlandt School
PS 1 Courtlandt School is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7. PS 1 Courtlandt School serves approximately 441 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 1 Courtlandt School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,821 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 1 Courtlandt School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
51% of students at PS 1 Courtlandt 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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PS 1 Courtlandt School — Students at PS 1 Courtlandt School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 5.8/10.
How PS 1 Courtlandt School Compares
See how PS 1 Courtlandt School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
335 E 152ND ST, Bronx, NY 10451
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 1 Courtlandt 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 notably higher. Another option is CONCOURSE VILLAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS/MS 31 WILLIAM LLOYD GARRISON (THE) (rated 5.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10451 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$37,111
Median Home Value
$263,500
Median Rent
$1,269/mo
Population
48,975
College Educated
21.3%
Homeownership
13.6%
Avg Commute
42 min
Poverty Rate
32.1%
Median Age
36
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 1 Courtlandt School
What grades does PS 1 Courtlandt School serve?
PS 1 Courtlandt School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 1 Courtlandt School?
PS 1 Courtlandt School has an enrollment of approximately 441 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 1 Courtlandt School?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 1 Courtlandt School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 1 Courtlandt School rank in NY?
PS 1 Courtlandt School ranks #3,821 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 1 Courtlandt School's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 1 Courtlandt School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 PS 1 Courtlandt School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 1 Courtlandt School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 1 Courtlandt School a charter school?
No, PS 1 Courtlandt School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 1 Courtlandt School a Title I school?
No, PS 1 Courtlandt School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 1 Courtlandt School?
98.0% of students at PS 1 Courtlandt 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
- 441
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.2%
- Phone
- (718) 299-3700
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7- District Enrollment
- 15,146
- Schools in District
- 41
- District Rank
- #32 of 40
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