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#4599 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 109 Sedgwick
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
1771 POPHAM AVE, Bronx, NY 10453
Enrollment
429
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
429
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,599 of 4,742
In Bronx
#430 of 452
public schools
In district
#66 of 69
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
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PS 109 Sedgwick
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About PS 109 Sedgwick
PS 109 Sedgwick is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9. PS 109 Sedgwick serves approximately 429 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 109 Sedgwick has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,599 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 109 Sedgwick show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
64% of students at PS 109 Sedgwick 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 109 Sedgwick — Students at PS 109 Sedgwick score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 30 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: 3.6/10.
How PS 109 Sedgwick Compares
See how PS 109 Sedgwick performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1771 POPHAM AVE, Bronx, NY 10453
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 109 Sedgwick may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MOUNT EDEN CHILDREN'S ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 204 MORRIS HEIGHTS (rated 7.5/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 306 (rated 5.3/10, 0.4 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 |
|---|---|---|
| IS 229 ROLAND PATTERSON Bronx | 0.1 mi | 5.7 |
| NEW AMERICAN ACADEMY AT ROBERTO CLEMENTE STATE PARK (THE) Bronx | 0.1 mi | 5.0 |
| PS 204 MORRIS HEIGHTS Bronx | 0.2 mi | 7.5 |
| IS 303 LEADERSHIP & COMMUNITY SERVICE Bronx | 0.2 mi | 5.4 |
| IS 232 Bronx | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| ACADEMY FOR LANGUAGE AND TECHNOLOGY Bronx | 0.2 mi | 8.0 |
| PS 226 Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| PS 396 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 4.0 |
| MS 390 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL FOR LAW AND SOCIAL JUSTICE Bronx | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| PS 5 ELLEN LURIE New York | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| PS 306 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| BRONX SCHOOL OF YOUNG LEADERS (THE) Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 199 SHAKESPEARE SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| COLLEGE ACADEMY (THE) New York | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR MEDIA & COMMUNICATIONS New York | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR LAW & PUBLIC SERVICE New York | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR HEALTH CAREERS & SCIENCES New York | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| COMPREHENSIVE MODEL SCHOOL PROJECT MS 327 Bronx | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| MOUNT EDEN CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Bronx | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10453 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$35,482
Median Home Value
$580,100
Median Rent
$1,393/mo
Population
78,270
College Educated
14.5%
Homeownership
4.9%
Avg Commute
42.9 min
Poverty Rate
33.7%
Median Age
34.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 109 Sedgwick
What grades does PS 109 Sedgwick serve?
PS 109 Sedgwick serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 109 Sedgwick?
PS 109 Sedgwick has an enrollment of approximately 429 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 109 Sedgwick?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 109 Sedgwick is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 109 Sedgwick rank in NY?
PS 109 Sedgwick ranks #4,599 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 109 Sedgwick's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 109 Sedgwick has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 109 Sedgwick?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 109 Sedgwick has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 109 Sedgwick a charter school?
No, PS 109 Sedgwick is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 109 Sedgwick a Title I school?
No, PS 109 Sedgwick is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 109 Sedgwick?
95.1% of students at PS 109 Sedgwick 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
- 429
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 64.3%
- Phone
- (718) 583-8878
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9- District Enrollment
- 26,766
- Schools in District
- 69
- District Rank
- #66 of 69
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