Below Average
#4033 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 146 Edward Collins
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8
968 CAULDWELL AVE, Bronx, NY 10456
Enrollment
310
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
310
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,033 of 4,742
In Bronx
#357 of 452
public schools
In district
#39 of 51
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8
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PS 146 Edward Collins
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About PS 146 Edward Collins
PS 146 Edward Collins is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8. PS 146 Edward Collins serves approximately 310 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 146 Edward Collins has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,033 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 146 Edward Collins show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 4.6
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
58% of students at PS 146 Edward Collins 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 146 Edward Collins — Students at PS 146 Edward Collins score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.9%
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: 5.3/10.
How PS 146 Edward Collins Compares
See how PS 146 Edward Collins performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
968 CAULDWELL AVE, Bronx, NY 10456
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 146 Edward Collins may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOUTH BRONX CLASSICAL CHARTER SCHOOL III (rated 8.6/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 140 EAGLE SCHOOL (THE) (rated 5.0/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PS 157 GROVE HILL (rated 3.7/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable 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 146 Edward Collins
What grades does PS 146 Edward Collins serve?
PS 146 Edward Collins serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 146 Edward Collins?
PS 146 Edward Collins has an enrollment of approximately 310 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 146 Edward Collins?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 146 Edward Collins is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 146 Edward Collins rank in NY?
PS 146 Edward Collins ranks #4,033 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 146 Edward Collins's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 146 Edward Collins has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 146 Edward Collins?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 146 Edward Collins has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 146 Edward Collins a charter school?
No, PS 146 Edward Collins is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 146 Edward Collins a Title I school?
No, PS 146 Edward Collins is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 146 Edward Collins?
93.9% of students at PS 146 Edward Collins 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
- 310
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.1%
- Phone
- (718) 378-9664
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8- District Enrollment
- 24,000
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #39 of 51
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