Needs Improvement
#4524 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 134 George F Bristow
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12
1330 BRISTOW ST, Bronx, NY 10459
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,524 of 4,742
In Bronx
#421 of 452
public schools
In district
#44 of 46
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12
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PS 134 George F Bristow
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About PS 134 George F Bristow
PS 134 George F Bristow is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12. PS 134 George F Bristow serves approximately 425 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 134 George F Bristow has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,524 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 134 George F Bristow show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.8
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
53% of students at PS 134 George F Bristow 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 134 George F Bristow — Students at PS 134 George F Bristow score 14% 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 33 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: 3.6/10.
How PS 134 George F Bristow Compares
See how PS 134 George F Bristow performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1330 BRISTOW ST, Bronx, NY 10459
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 134 George F Bristow may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. URBAN SCHOLARS COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FAIRMONT NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 61 FRANCISCO OLLER (rated 5.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 186 WALTER J DAMROSCH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.2 mi | 4.0 |
| METROPOLITAN HIGH SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| PS 61 FRANCISCO OLLER Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.8 |
| ESMT-IS 190 Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| PS 150 CHARLES JAMES FOX Bronx | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| JHS 98 HERMAN RIDDER Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.5 |
| EXPLORATIONS ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| BRONX ENVISION ACADEMY Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| URBAN SCHOLARS COMMUNITY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| NYC AUTISM CHARTER SCHOOL BRONX Bronx | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| PS 110 THEODORE SCHOENFELD Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.2 |
| MOTT HALL III Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| BRONX LATIN SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| BRONX CAREER AND COLLEGE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| DR RICHARD IZQUIERDO HEALTH AND SCIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| PS 63 AUTHOR'S ACADEMY Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.0 |
| MOTT HALL CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 811 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.4 |
| FAIRMONT NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| PS 66 SCHOOL OF HIGHER EXPECTATIONS Bronx | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10459 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$39,276
Median Home Value
$589,500
Median Rent
$1,285/mo
Population
49,753
College Educated
13.8%
Homeownership
11.8%
Avg Commute
41.3 min
Poverty Rate
33.5%
Median Age
33.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ARMOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg, NY | 3.4 |
| CALVIN COOLIDGE SCHOOL Binghamton, NY | 3.4 |
| CECIL H PARKER SCHOOL Mount Vernon, NY | 3.4 |
| D'YOUVILLE-PORTER CAMPUS Buffalo, NY | 3.4 |
| DOLGEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dolgeville, NY | 3.4 |
| EAST SYRACUSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Syracuse, NY | 3.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 134 George F Bristow
What grades does PS 134 George F Bristow serve?
PS 134 George F Bristow serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 134 George F Bristow?
PS 134 George F Bristow has an enrollment of approximately 425 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 134 George F Bristow?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 134 George F Bristow is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 134 George F Bristow rank in NY?
PS 134 George F Bristow ranks #4,524 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 134 George F Bristow's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 134 George F Bristow has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 134 George F Bristow?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 134 George F Bristow has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 134 George F Bristow a charter school?
No, PS 134 George F Bristow is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 134 George F Bristow a Title I school?
No, PS 134 George F Bristow is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 134 George F Bristow?
95.5% of students at PS 134 George F Bristow 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
- 425
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.7%
- Phone
- (718) 328-3351
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12- District Enrollment
- 17,376
- Schools in District
- 47
- District Rank
- #44 of 46
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