Average
#2903 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 11 Highbridge
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
1257 OGDEN AVE, Bronx, NY 10452
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,903 of 4,742
In Bronx
#215 of 452
public schools
In district
#38 of 69
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
Academic growth
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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PS 11 Highbridge
Elementary School in Bronx · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 11 Highbridge
PS 11 Highbridge is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9. PS 11 Highbridge serves approximately 421 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 11 Highbridge has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,903 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 11 Highbridge show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at PS 11 Highbridge 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.
56% of students at PS 11 Highbridge 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 11 Highbridge — Students at PS 11 Highbridge score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.5%
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: 7.2/10.
How PS 11 Highbridge Compares
See how PS 11 Highbridge performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1257 OGDEN AVE, Bronx, NY 10452
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 11 Highbridge may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BRONX ACADEMY OF PROMISE CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MOUNT EDEN CHILDREN'S ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LUCERO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Bronx | 0.1 mi | 5.7 |
| HIGHBRIDGE GREEN SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.2 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 126 DR MARJORIE H DUNBAR Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.8 |
| PS 114 LUIS LLORENS TORRES SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| BRONX ACADEMY OF PROMISE CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 8.1 |
| PS 199 SHAKESPEARE SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| NUASIN NEXT GENERATION CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| PS 73 BRONX Bronx | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| PS/IS 218 RAFAEL HERNANDEZ DUAL LANGUAGE MAGNET SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| FAMILY LIFE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.0 |
| ZETA CHARTER SCHOOL - BRONX MOUNT EDEN Bronx | 0.4 mi | 4.0 |
| AECI II: NYC CHARTER HS Bronx | 0.5 mi | 3.2 |
| MS 319 MARIE TERESA New York | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| MS 324 PATRIA MIRABAL New York | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| KIPP NYC WASHINGTON HEIGHTS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL New York | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| ALL HALLOWS HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| WALTON AVENUE SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| LUCERO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| 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 10452 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$37,854
Median Home Value
$263,000
Median Rent
$1,367/mo
Population
76,745
College Educated
14.3%
Homeownership
3.3%
Avg Commute
44.1 min
Poverty Rate
35.6%
Median Age
33.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BNOS MALKA ACADEMY Forest Hills, NY | 5.7 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 5 Bronx, NY | 5.7 |
| BURNS AVENUE SCHOOL Hicksville, NY | 5.7 |
| CARLYLE C RING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jamestown, NY | 5.7 |
| CHESTNUT RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 5.7 |
| CLINTON V BUSH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jamestown, NY | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 11 Highbridge
What grades does PS 11 Highbridge serve?
PS 11 Highbridge serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 11 Highbridge?
PS 11 Highbridge has an enrollment of approximately 421 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 11 Highbridge?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 11 Highbridge is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 11 Highbridge rank in NY?
PS 11 Highbridge ranks #2,903 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 11 Highbridge's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 11 Highbridge has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 11 Highbridge?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 11 Highbridge has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 11 Highbridge a charter school?
No, PS 11 Highbridge is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 11 Highbridge a Title I school?
No, PS 11 Highbridge is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 11 Highbridge?
95.5% of students at PS 11 Highbridge 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
- 421
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.1%
- Phone
- (718) 681-7553
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9- District Enrollment
- 26,766
- Schools in District
- 69
- District Rank
- #38 of 69
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