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PS 14 Senator John Calandra

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8

3047 BRUCKNER BLVD, Bronx, NY 10461

Enrollment

689

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,382 of 4,742

In Bronx

#153 of 452

public schools

In district

#15 of 51

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8

Academic growth

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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PS 14 Senator John Calandra

6.2/10

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

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About PS 14 Senator John Calandra

PS 14 Senator John Calandra is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8. PS 14 Senator John Calandra serves approximately 689 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 14 Senator John Calandra has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,382 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for PS 14 Senator John Calandra show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.6 pts above district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 4.6
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

41% of students at PS 14 Senator John Calandra 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 Progress7.1Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.82 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics6.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-12.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-16.4 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment3.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Chronic Absenteeism40.6%

PS 14 Senator John Calandra — Students at PS 14 Senator John Calandra score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

70.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 48.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 53.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 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
93%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
59%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
55%
2012
Math
34%
ELA
30%
2013
Math
40%
ELA
31%
2014
Math
41%
ELA
33%
2015
Math
34%
ELA
46%
2016
Math
41%
ELA
49%
2017
Math
54%
ELA
59%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
59%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
59%
2020*
Math
34.5%
ELA
64.5%
2021*
Math
39.9%
ELA
65.9%
2022
Math
40.6%
ELA
44.5%

* 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: 7.1/10.

How PS 14 Senator John Calandra Compares

See how PS 14 Senator John Calandra performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
50th percentile in NY
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
3.6/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
70%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
40.6%

Location

3047 BRUCKNER BLVD, Bronx, NY 10461

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 14 Senator John Calandra may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 304 EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is PS 71 ROSE E SCALA (rated 6.2/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, GREEK AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF NEW YORK (rated 5.9/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
ST BENEDICT SCHOOL Bronx 0.2 mi 5.6
MS 101 EDWARD R BYRNE Bronx 0.6 mi 7.5
PS 304 EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL Bronx 0.6 mi 6.3
PS 10 Bronx 0.6 mi 3.5
E MONROE NEW RENAISSANCE BASKETBALL Bronx 0.7 mi
PS 71 ROSE E SCALA Bronx 0.7 mi 6.2
VILLA MARIA ACADEMY Bronx 0.6 mi 5.8
URBAN INSTITUTE OF MATHEMATICS Bronx 0.7 mi 7.0
MOTT HALL COMMUNITY SCHOOL Bronx 0.7 mi 4.3
BRONX DELTA SCHOOL Bronx 0.7 mi 4.5
HERBERT H LEHMAN HIGH SCHOOL Bronx 0.8 mi 6.8
RENAISSANCE HIGH SCHOOL FOR MUSICAL THEATER AND THE ARTS Bronx 0.8 mi 6.8
WESTCHESTER SQUARE ACADEMY Bronx 0.8 mi 6.1
PELHAM LAB HIGH SCHOOL Bronx 0.8 mi 5.9
SCHUYLERVILLE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Bronx 0.8 mi 4.5
BRONX RIVER HIGH SCHOOL Bronx 0.8 mi 4.9
GREEK AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF NEW YORK Bronx 1.0 mi 5.9
PS 721 STEPHEN MCSWEENEY SCHOOL Bronx 0.8 mi 3.5
PS 72 DR WILLIAM DORNEY Bronx 1.0 mi 5.9
ST THERESA SCHOOL Bronx 1.0 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10461 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,023

Median Home Value

$640,400

Median Rent

$1,741/mo

Population

50,900

College Educated

27.4%

Homeownership

31.4%

Avg Commute

42 min

Poverty Rate

16.8%

Median Age

38.5

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BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 3 Bronx, NY 6.2
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CHARLES E SCHWARTING SCHOOL Massapequa, NY 6.2
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PS 14 Senator John Calandra

What grades does PS 14 Senator John Calandra serve?

PS 14 Senator John Calandra serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend PS 14 Senator John Calandra?

PS 14 Senator John Calandra has an enrollment of approximately 689 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 14 Senator John Calandra?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 14 Senator John Calandra is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 14 Senator John Calandra rank in NY?

PS 14 Senator John Calandra ranks #2,382 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is PS 14 Senator John Calandra's MySchoolScout rating?

PS 14 Senator John Calandra has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 14 Senator John Calandra?

Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 14 Senator John Calandra has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is PS 14 Senator John Calandra a charter school?

No, PS 14 Senator John Calandra is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 14 Senator John Calandra a Title I school?

No, PS 14 Senator John Calandra is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 14 Senator John Calandra?

70.4% of students at PS 14 Senator John Calandra 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
86 Very Walkable
Transit Score
71 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
689
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Free/Reduced Lunch
70.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bronx County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
40.6%

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