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#2600 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 132 Garrett a Morgan
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
1245 WASHINGTON AVE, Bronx, NY 10456
Enrollment
366
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
366
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,600 of 4,742
In Bronx
#179 of 452
public schools
In district
#28 of 69
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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PS 132 Garrett a Morgan
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About PS 132 Garrett a Morgan
PS 132 Garrett a Morgan is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9. PS 132 Garrett a Morgan serves approximately 366 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 132 Garrett a Morgan has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,600 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 132 Garrett a Morgan show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at PS 132 Garrett a Morgan 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.
70% of students at PS 132 Garrett a Morgan 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 132 Garrett a Morgan — Students at PS 132 Garrett a Morgan 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
95.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 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: 8.5/10.
How PS 132 Garrett a Morgan Compares
See how PS 132 Garrett a Morgan performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1245 WASHINGTON AVE, Bronx, NY 10456
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 132 Garrett a Morgan may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOUTH BRONX CLASSICAL CHARTER SCHOOL III (rated 8.6/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARRIET TUBMAN CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-BRONX 2 (rated 6.1/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10456 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$35,676
Median Home Value
$428,800
Median Rent
$1,194/mo
Population
86,958
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
6.6%
Avg Commute
41 min
Poverty Rate
36.8%
Median Age
33.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 132 Garrett a Morgan
What grades does PS 132 Garrett a Morgan serve?
PS 132 Garrett a Morgan serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 132 Garrett a Morgan?
PS 132 Garrett a Morgan has an enrollment of approximately 366 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 132 Garrett a Morgan?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 132 Garrett a Morgan is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 132 Garrett a Morgan rank in NY?
PS 132 Garrett a Morgan ranks #2,600 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 132 Garrett a Morgan's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 132 Garrett a Morgan has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 132 Garrett a Morgan?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 132 Garrett a Morgan has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 132 Garrett a Morgan a charter school?
No, PS 132 Garrett a Morgan is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 132 Garrett a Morgan a Title I school?
No, PS 132 Garrett a Morgan is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 132 Garrett a Morgan?
95.4% of students at PS 132 Garrett a Morgan 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
- 366
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 69.9%
- Phone
- (718) 681-6455
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9- District Enrollment
- 26,766
- Schools in District
- 69
- District Rank
- #28 of 69
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