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#3460 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 103 Hector Fontanez
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11
4125 CARPENTER AVE, Bronx, NY 10466
Enrollment
801
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
801
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,460 of 4,742
In Bronx
#282 of 452
public schools
In district
#40 of 62
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11
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PS 103 Hector Fontanez
Elementary School in Bronx · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 103 Hector Fontanez
PS 103 Hector Fontanez is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11. PS 103 Hector Fontanez serves approximately 801 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 103 Hector Fontanez has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,460 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 103 Hector Fontanez show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at PS 103 Hector Fontanez 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.
47% of students at PS 103 Hector Fontanez 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 103 Hector Fontanez — Students at PS 103 Hector Fontanez score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94%
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: 6.4/10.
How PS 103 Hector Fontanez Compares
See how PS 103 Hector Fontanez performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4125 CARPENTER AVE, Bronx, NY 10466
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 103 Hector Fontanez may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST BARNABAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MARK'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Yonkers), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CITY OF FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 3 Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 21 PHILIP H SHERIDAN Bronx | 0.3 mi | 3.5 |
| PS 19 JUDITH K WEISS Bronx | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| OUR LADY OF GRACE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| ST BARNABAS HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| NEW WORLD HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| BRONXWOOD PREPARATORY ACADEMY (THE) Bronx | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| ACAD-SCHOLARSHIP & ENTREPRENEURSHIP Bronx | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| ST BARNABAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| NORTH BRONX SCHOOL OF EMPOWERMENT Bronx | 0.8 mi | 3.5 |
| LEADERS OF TOMORROW Bronx | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| MATILDA AVENUE SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.8 mi | 3.0 |
| ST MARK'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| PS 16 WAKEFIELD Bronx | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| YONKERS MONTESSORI ACADEMY Yonkers | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Bronx | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| PS 87 Bronx | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| CITY OF FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bronx | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR CONTEMPORARY ARTS Bronx | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| BRONX AEROSPACE HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10466 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,328
Median Home Value
$605,300
Median Rent
$1,528/mo
Population
74,061
College Educated
25.9%
Homeownership
40.6%
Avg Commute
43.6 min
Poverty Rate
19.9%
Median Age
37.2
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| CHARLES A MULLIGAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Islip, NY | 5.1 |
| CLEVELAND HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cheektowaga, NY | 5.1 |
| JOSEPH A EDGAR IMTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Rocky Point, NY | 5.1 |
| MARTIN LUTHER KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wyandanch, NY | 5.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 103 Hector Fontanez
What grades does PS 103 Hector Fontanez serve?
PS 103 Hector Fontanez serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 103 Hector Fontanez?
PS 103 Hector Fontanez has an enrollment of approximately 801 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 103 Hector Fontanez?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 103 Hector Fontanez is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 103 Hector Fontanez rank in NY?
PS 103 Hector Fontanez ranks #3,460 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 103 Hector Fontanez's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 103 Hector Fontanez has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 PS 103 Hector Fontanez?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 103 Hector Fontanez has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 103 Hector Fontanez a charter school?
No, PS 103 Hector Fontanez is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 103 Hector Fontanez a Title I school?
No, PS 103 Hector Fontanez is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 103 Hector Fontanez?
94.0% of students at PS 103 Hector Fontanez 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
- 801
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.6%
- Phone
- (718) 655-0261
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11- District Enrollment
- 32,583
- Schools in District
- 62
- District Rank
- #40 of 62
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