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#2801 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
175 W 166TH ST, Bronx, NY 10452
Enrollment
479
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
479
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,801 of 4,742
In Bronx
#206 of 452
public schools
In district
#35 of 69
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
Academic growth
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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PS 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar
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About PS 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar
PS 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9. PS 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar serves approximately 479 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,801 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, PS 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
65% of students at PS 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar 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 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar — Students at PS 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.9%
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: 7.6/10.
How PS 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar Compares
See how PS 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
175 W 166TH ST, Bronx, NY 10452
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BRONX ACADEMY OF PROMISE CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KIPP NYC WASHINGTON HEIGHTS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby New York), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 11 HIGHBRIDGE (rated 5.7/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HIGHBRIDGE GREEN SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.1 mi | 6.9 |
| NUASIN NEXT GENERATION CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| PS 73 BRONX Bronx | 0.3 mi | 4.1 |
| PS 11 HIGHBRIDGE Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| PS 114 LUIS LLORENS TORRES SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| MS 319 MARIE TERESA New York | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| MS 324 PATRIA MIRABAL New York | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| KIPP NYC WASHINGTON HEIGHTS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL New York | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| PS/IS 218 RAFAEL HERNANDEZ DUAL LANGUAGE MAGNET SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| ALL HALLOWS HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| PS 8 LUIS BELLIARD New York | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| BRONX ACADEMY OF PROMISE CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| MOTT HALL SCHOOL (THE) New York | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| COMMUNITY MATH AND SCIENCE PREP New York | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| PS 46 ARTHUR TAPPAN New York | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| FAMILY LIFE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 3.0 |
| GREGORIO LUPERON HIGH SCHOOL FOR SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS New York | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| PS 199 SHAKESPEARE SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| AECI II: NYC CHARTER HS Bronx | 0.6 mi | 3.2 |
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 |
|---|---|
| ALBANY SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES Albany, NY | 5.8 |
| AMPARK NEIGHBORHOOD Bronx, NY | 5.8 |
| ARTHUR S MAY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie, NY | 5.8 |
| BARCLAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brockport, NY | 5.8 |
| BEEKMAN SCHOOL Poughquag, NY | 5.8 |
| BIRCH LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa Park, NY | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar
What grades does PS 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar serve?
PS 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar?
PS 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar has an enrollment of approximately 479 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar rank in NY?
PS 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar ranks #2,801 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar a charter school?
No, PS 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar a Title I school?
No, PS 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar?
97.9% of students at PS 126 Dr Marjorie H Dunbar 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
- 479
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 64.9%
- Phone
- (718) 681-6120
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9- District Enrollment
- 26,766
- Schools in District
- 69
- District Rank
- #35 of 69
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