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Very Good

#1351 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 29% in state

PS 108 Philip J Abinanti

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11

1166 NEILL AVE, Bronx, NY 10461

Enrollment

518

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,351 of 4,742

In Bronx

#70 of 452

public schools

In district

#11 of 62

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11

Equity

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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PS 108 Philip J Abinanti

7.3/10

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

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About PS 108 Philip J Abinanti

PS 108 Philip J Abinanti is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11. PS 108 Philip J Abinanti serves approximately 518 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 108 Philip J Abinanti has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,351 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for PS 108 Philip J Abinanti show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.1 pts above district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.2
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.58 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency59.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+6.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.9 pts
Overall Proficiency54% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+18.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
Resources & Environment6.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Chronic Absenteeism19.9%

PS 108 Philip J Abinanti — Students at PS 108 Philip J Abinanti score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

97.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 58.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 56.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 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
91%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
68%
ELA
60%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
65%
2012
Math
35%
ELA
35%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
46%
ELA
35%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
48%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
61.5%
ELA
69%
2022
Math
59.6%
ELA
48%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How PS 108 Philip J Abinanti Compares

See how PS 108 Philip J Abinanti performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
72th percentile in NY
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
6.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
97%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.9%

Location

1166 NEILL AVE, Bronx, NY 10461

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 108 Philip J Abinanti may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 3 (rated 9.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 4 (rated 8.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 5 (rated 8.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.6 mi
School Distance Rating
OUR SAVIOUR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bronx 0.3 mi 6.1
ST CLARES SCHOOL Bronx 0.3 mi 6.2
ST CATHARINE ACADEMY Bronx 0.4 mi 5.6
ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Bronx 0.4 mi 6.2
NEW YORK INSTITUTE FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION Bronx 0.4 mi 8.5
PS 83 DONALD HERTZ Bronx 0.5 mi 5.8
PELHAM PREPARATORY ACADEMY Bronx 0.5 mi 7.8
COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE FOR MATH AND SCIENCE Bronx 0.5 mi 7.9
ASTOR COLLEGIATE ACADEMY Bronx 0.5 mi 7.4
HIGH SCHOOL FOR LANGUAGE AND INNOVATION Bronx 0.5 mi 5.6
BRONXDALE HIGH SCHOOL Bronx 0.5 mi 5.6
PS 89 Bronx 0.7 mi 6.1
ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 3 Bronx 0.5 mi 9.0
ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 4 Bronx 0.5 mi 8.9
ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 5 Bronx 0.5 mi 8.6
YOUNG VOICES ACADEMY OF THE BRONX Bronx 0.5 mi 6.5
PS 97 Bronx 0.7 mi 4.8
PS/MS 498 VAN NEST ACADEMY Bronx 0.7 mi 7.8
ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 2 Bronx 0.7 mi 8.3
BRONX HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE VISUAL ARTS Bronx 0.6 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10461 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,023

Median Home Value

$640,400

Median Rent

$1,741/mo

Population

50,900

College Educated

27.4%

Homeownership

31.4%

Avg Commute

42 min

Poverty Rate

16.8%

Median Age

38.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PS 108 Philip J Abinanti

What grades does PS 108 Philip J Abinanti serve?

PS 108 Philip J Abinanti serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend PS 108 Philip J Abinanti?

PS 108 Philip J Abinanti has an enrollment of approximately 518 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 108 Philip J Abinanti?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 108 Philip J Abinanti is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 108 Philip J Abinanti rank in NY?

PS 108 Philip J Abinanti ranks #1,351 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is PS 108 Philip J Abinanti's MySchoolScout rating?

PS 108 Philip J Abinanti has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 108 Philip J Abinanti?

Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 108 Philip J Abinanti has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is PS 108 Philip J Abinanti a charter school?

No, PS 108 Philip J Abinanti is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 108 Philip J Abinanti a Title I school?

No, PS 108 Philip J Abinanti is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 108 Philip J Abinanti?

97.3% of students at PS 108 Philip J Abinanti 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
90 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
82 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
77 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
518
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
97.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bronx County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.9%

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