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#3823 of 4,742 schools in NY

PS 114 Luis Llorens Torres School

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9

1155 CROMWELL AVE, Bronx, NY 10452

Enrollment

465

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

4.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,823 of 4,742

In Bronx

#328 of 452

public schools

In district

#58 of 69

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9

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PS 114 Luis Llorens Torres School

4.6/10

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

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About PS 114 Luis Llorens Torres School

PS 114 Luis Llorens Torres School is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9. PS 114 Luis Llorens Torres School serves approximately 465 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 114 Luis Llorens Torres School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,823 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for PS 114 Luis Llorens Torres School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.3
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at PS 114 Luis Llorens Torres School 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 114 Luis Llorens Torres School 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 Progress6.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.2 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.5Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency15.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency14% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-21.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile8th
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.1:1
Chronic Absenteeism56.3%

PS 114 Luis Llorens Torres School — Students at PS 114 Luis Llorens Torres School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

96.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 25.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 20.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 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
70%
ELA
46%
2010
Math
28%
ELA
22%
2011
Math
40%
ELA
27%
2012
Math
13%
ELA
8%
2013
Math
13%
ELA
8%
2014
Math
14%
ELA
9%
2015
Math
19%
ELA
14%
2016
Math
18%
ELA
16%
2017
Math
24%
ELA
23%
2018
Math
28%
ELA
26%
2019
Math
28%
ELA
26%
2020*
Math
24.5%
2021*
Math
25%
2022
Math
12.5%
ELA
15.6%

* 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: 6.2/10.

How PS 114 Luis Llorens Torres School Compares

See how PS 114 Luis Llorens Torres School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.6/10
19th percentile in NY
Academic
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
97%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
56.3%

Location

1155 CROMWELL AVE, Bronx, NY 10452

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 114 Luis Llorens Torres School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BRONX ACADEMY OF PROMISE CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FAMILY SCHOOL (THE) (rated 7.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GRANT AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 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

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PS 114 Luis Llorens Torres School

What grades does PS 114 Luis Llorens Torres School serve?

PS 114 Luis Llorens Torres School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend PS 114 Luis Llorens Torres School?

PS 114 Luis Llorens Torres School has an enrollment of approximately 465 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 114 Luis Llorens Torres School?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 114 Luis Llorens Torres School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 114 Luis Llorens Torres School rank in NY?

PS 114 Luis Llorens Torres School ranks #3,823 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is PS 114 Luis Llorens Torres School's MySchoolScout rating?

PS 114 Luis Llorens Torres School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 114 Luis Llorens Torres School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 114 Luis Llorens Torres School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is PS 114 Luis Llorens Torres School a charter school?

No, PS 114 Luis Llorens Torres School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 114 Luis Llorens Torres School a Title I school?

No, PS 114 Luis Llorens Torres School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 114 Luis Llorens Torres School?

96.8% of students at PS 114 Luis Llorens Torres School 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
94 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
465
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
96.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bronx County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
56.3%

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