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#3531 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 140 Eagle School (the)
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8
916 EAGLE AVE, Bronx, NY 10456
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,531 of 4,742
In Bronx
#286 of 452
public schools
In district
#30 of 51
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8
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PS 140 Eagle School (the)
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About PS 140 Eagle School (the)
PS 140 Eagle School (the) is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8. PS 140 Eagle School (the) serves approximately 364 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 140 Eagle School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,531 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 140 Eagle School (the) show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 4.6
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at PS 140 Eagle School (the) 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.
64% of students at PS 140 Eagle School (the) 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 140 Eagle School (the) — Students at PS 140 Eagle School (the) score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 30 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: 6.9/10.
How PS 140 Eagle School (the) Compares
See how PS 140 Eagle School (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
916 EAGLE AVE, Bronx, NY 10456
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 140 Eagle School (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOUTH BRONX CLASSICAL CHARTER SCHOOL III (rated 8.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 146 EDWARD COLLINS (rated 4.3/10, 0.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PS 157 GROVE HILL (rated 3.7/10, 0.3 miles away), a more accessible option. 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 140 Eagle School (the)
What grades does PS 140 Eagle School (the) serve?
PS 140 Eagle School (the) serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 140 Eagle School (the)?
PS 140 Eagle School (the) has an enrollment of approximately 364 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 140 Eagle School (the)?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 140 Eagle School (the) is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 140 Eagle School (the) rank in NY?
PS 140 Eagle School (the) ranks #3,531 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 140 Eagle School (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?
PS 140 Eagle School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 140 Eagle School (the)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 140 Eagle School (the) has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 140 Eagle School (the) a charter school?
No, PS 140 Eagle School (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 140 Eagle School (the) a Title I school?
No, PS 140 Eagle School (the) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 140 Eagle School (the)?
94.2% of students at PS 140 Eagle School (the) 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
- 364
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 64.0%
- Phone
- (718) 585-1205
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8- District Enrollment
- 24,000
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #30 of 51
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