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PS 107

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8

1695 SEWARD AVE, Bronx, NY 10473

Enrollment

420

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,384 of 4,742

In Bronx

#155 of 452

public schools

In district

#17 of 51

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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PS 107

6.2/10

Elementary School in Bronx · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

PS 153 Helen Keller

7.3/10

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About PS 107

PS 107 is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8. PS 107 serves approximately 420 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 107 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,384 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for PS 107 show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.6 pts above district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 4.6
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at PS 107 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.

73% of students at PS 107 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 Progress9.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.86 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics3.2Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency18.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-36.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-44.1 pts
Overall Proficiency18% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-17.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile14th
Resources & Environment2.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.7:1
Chronic Absenteeism73.1%

PS 107 — Students at PS 107 score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

99.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 32.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 37.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
55.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 33 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
60%
ELA
41%
2010
Math
27%
ELA
20%
2011
Math
29%
ELA
26%
2012
Math
7%
ELA
7%
2013
Math
11%
ELA
13%
2014
Math
15%
ELA
14%
2015
Math
18%
ELA
25%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
34%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
36%
2018
Math
34%
ELA
38%
2019
Math
34%
ELA
38%
2020*
Math
44.5%
ELA
69.5%
2021*
Math
46.6%
ELA
72.8%
2022
Math
17.3%
ELA
18.2%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How PS 107 Compares

See how PS 107 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
50th percentile in NY
Academic
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
2.4/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
73.1%

Location

1695 SEWARD AVE, Bronx, NY 10473

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 107 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 7 (rated 7.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GRAND CONCOURSE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - BRONX 4 (rated 6.0/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.7 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 100 ISAAC CLASON Bronx 0.4 mi 3.4
HOLY CROSS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx 0.4 mi 5.7
JHS 123 JAMES M KIERNAN Bronx 0.5 mi 5.4
SCHOOL FOR INQUIRY AND SOCIAL JUSTICE (THE) Bronx 0.5 mi 7.1
PS 69 JOURNEY PREP SCHOOL Bronx 0.4 mi 3.9
PS 93 ALBERT G OLIVER Bronx 0.5 mi 2.6
ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 7 Bronx 0.5 mi 7.3
GRAND CONCOURSE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx 0.5 mi 6.3
JHS 131 ALBERT EINSTEIN Bronx 0.6 mi 5.5
SOUNDVIEW ACADEMY FOR CULTURE AND SCHOLARSHIP Bronx 0.6 mi 4.4
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - BRONX 4 Bronx 0.6 mi 6.0
PS 182 Bronx 0.6 mi 4.4
PS 583 Bronx 0.7 mi 3.0
BRONX ARENA HIGH SCHOOL Bronx 0.7 mi 6.8
PS 152 EVERGREEN Bronx 0.7 mi 4.0
WOMEN'S ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE Bronx 0.7 mi 8.0
ARCHIMEDES ACAD-MATH SCI TECH Bronx 0.7 mi 6.3
BRONX MATHEMATICS PREPARATORY SCHOOL (THE) Bronx 0.7 mi 6.0
GOTHAM COLLABORATIVE HIGH SCHOOL Bronx 0.7 mi 5.6
MILLENIUM ART ACADEMY Bronx 0.7 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10473 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,609

Median Home Value

$586,800

Median Rent

$1,131/mo

Population

59,778

College Educated

23.8%

Homeownership

28.3%

Avg Commute

43.4 min

Poverty Rate

24.1%

Median Age

38.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BETTER LEARNING II Bronx, NY 6.2
BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 3 Bronx, NY 6.2
BROOKSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Binghamton, NY 6.2
CANAL VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Spencerport, NY 6.2
CHARLES E SCHWARTING SCHOOL Massapequa, NY 6.2
CICERO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cicero, NY 6.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PS 107

What grades does PS 107 serve?

PS 107 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend PS 107?

PS 107 has an enrollment of approximately 420 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 107?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 107 is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 107 rank in NY?

PS 107 ranks #2,384 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is PS 107's MySchoolScout rating?

PS 107 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 107?

Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 107 has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is PS 107 a charter school?

No, PS 107 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 107 a Title I school?

No, PS 107 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 107?

99.3% of students at PS 107 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
77 Very Walkable
Transit Score
62 Good Transit
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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How does PS 107 stack up?

PS 153 HELEN KELLER
7.3
PS 204 MORRIS HEIGHTS
7.5
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
420
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bronx County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
73.1%

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