Below Average
#3897 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 121 Throop
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11
2750 THROOP AVE, Bronx, NY 10469
Enrollment
573
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
573
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,897 of 4,742
In Bronx
#342 of 452
public schools
In district
#49 of 62
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11
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PS 121 Throop
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About PS 121 Throop
PS 121 Throop is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11. PS 121 Throop serves approximately 573 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 121 Throop has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,897 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 121 Throop show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
48% of students at PS 121 Throop 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 121 Throop — Students at PS 121 Throop score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.9%
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: 5.0/10.
How PS 121 Throop Compares
See how PS 121 Throop performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2750 THROOP AVE, Bronx, NY 10469
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 121 Throop may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 3 (rated 9.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 4 (rated 8.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 5 (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 97 Bronx | 0.3 mi | 4.8 |
| PS 89 Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| ST CATHARINE ACADEMY Bronx | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| PS 76 BENNINGTON SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.6 mi | 2.6 |
| PS 78 ANNE HUTCHINSON Bronx | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| NEW YORK INSTITUTE FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION Bronx | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| PELHAM PREPARATORY ACADEMY Bronx | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE FOR MATH AND SCIENCE Bronx | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| ASTOR COLLEGIATE ACADEMY Bronx | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR LANGUAGE AND INNOVATION Bronx | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| BRONXDALE HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| ST LUCY'S SCHOOL Bronx | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| PS 108 PHILIP J ABINANTI Bronx | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 3 Bronx | 0.8 mi | 9.0 |
| ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 4 Bronx | 0.8 mi | 8.9 |
| ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 5 Bronx | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| NEW COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bronx | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR CONTEMPORARY ARTS Bronx | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| BRONX AEROSPACE HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| BRONX HIGH SCHOOL FOR WRITING AND COMMUNICATION ARTS Bronx | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10469 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,018
Median Home Value
$640,400
Median Rent
$1,653/mo
Population
69,855
College Educated
29.1%
Homeownership
50.6%
Avg Commute
43 min
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Median Age
39.9
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|---|---|
| BAS MIKROH GIRLS SCHOOL Spring Valley, NY | 4.5 |
| BRONX DELTA SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 4.5 |
| BROOKLYN NEW SCHOOL-PS 146 (THE) Brooklyn, NY | 4.5 |
| BYRON-BERGEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bergen, NY | 4.5 |
| CALIFORNIA AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Uniondale, NY | 4.5 |
| CORINTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Corinth, NY | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 121 Throop
What grades does PS 121 Throop serve?
PS 121 Throop serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 121 Throop?
PS 121 Throop has an enrollment of approximately 573 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 121 Throop?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 121 Throop is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 121 Throop rank in NY?
PS 121 Throop ranks #3,897 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 121 Throop's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 121 Throop has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 121 Throop?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 121 Throop has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 121 Throop a charter school?
No, PS 121 Throop is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 121 Throop a Title I school?
No, PS 121 Throop is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 121 Throop?
82.9% of students at PS 121 Throop 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
- 573
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.8%
- Phone
- (718) 654-2055
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11- District Enrollment
- 32,583
- Schools in District
- 62
- District Rank
- #49 of 62
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