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#3289 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 15 Institute for Environmental Learning
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10
2195 ANDREWS AVE, Bronx, NY 10453
Enrollment
393
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
393
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,289 of 4,742
In Bronx
#262 of 452
public schools
In district
#48 of 83
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10
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About PS 15 Institute for Environmental Learning
PS 15 Institute for Environmental Learning is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10. PS 15 Institute for Environmental Learning serves approximately 393 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 15 Institute for Environmental Learning has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,289 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 15 Institute for Environmental Learning show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 4.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, PS 15 Institute for Environmental Learning sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
32% of students at PS 15 Institute for Environmental Learning 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 15 Institute for Environmental Learning — Students at PS 15 Institute for Environmental Learning score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 38 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: 4.5/10.
How PS 15 Institute for Environmental Learning Compares
See how PS 15 Institute for Environmental Learning performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2195 ANDREWS AVE, Bronx, NY 10453
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 15 Institute for Environmental Learning may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 236 LANGSTON HUGHES (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 279 CAPT MANUEL RIVERA JR (rated 6.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MARGARET MARY SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 291 Bronx | 0.0 mi | 3.8 |
| HOPE ACADEMY OF THE BRONX Bronx | 0.0 mi | — |
| PS 91 Bronx | 0.1 mi | 3.4 |
| IS 206 ANN MERSEREAU Bronx | 0.2 mi | 4.9 |
| MS 390 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 396 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 4.0 |
| CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL FOR LAW AND SOCIAL JUSTICE Bronx | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| KIPP FREEDOM CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 4.8 |
| PS 279 CAPT MANUEL RIVERA JR Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 226 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| SCHOOL FOR ENVIRONMENTAL CITIZENSHIP Bronx | 0.4 mi | 4.1 |
| ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR MATH SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.9 |
| CRESTON ACADEMY Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 306 Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| BRONX SCHOOL OF YOUNG LEADERS (THE) Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 33 TIMOTHY DWIGHT Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| MANHATTAN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY New York | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| ACADEMY FOR PERSONAL LEADERSHIP AND EXCELLENCE Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| ST MARGARET MARY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| PS 236 LANGSTON HUGHES Bronx | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10453 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$35,482
Median Home Value
$580,100
Median Rent
$1,393/mo
Population
78,270
College Educated
14.5%
Homeownership
4.9%
Avg Commute
42.9 min
Poverty Rate
33.7%
Median Age
34.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| ALLENDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Seneca, NY | 5.3 |
| ALTAMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Altamont, NY | 5.3 |
| CAYUGA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ithaca, NY | 5.3 |
| DUNDEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dundee, NY | 5.3 |
| EAST ROCHESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Rochester, NY | 5.3 |
| ENGLISH VILLAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 15 Institute for Environmental Learning
What grades does PS 15 Institute for Environmental Learning serve?
PS 15 Institute for Environmental Learning serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend PS 15 Institute for Environmental Learning?
PS 15 Institute for Environmental Learning has an enrollment of approximately 393 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 15 Institute for Environmental Learning?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 15 Institute for Environmental Learning is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 15 Institute for Environmental Learning rank in NY?
PS 15 Institute for Environmental Learning ranks #3,289 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 15 Institute for Environmental Learning's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 15 Institute for Environmental Learning has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 15 Institute for Environmental Learning?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 15 Institute for Environmental Learning has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 15 Institute for Environmental Learning a charter school?
No, PS 15 Institute for Environmental Learning is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 15 Institute for Environmental Learning a Title I school?
No, PS 15 Institute for Environmental Learning is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 15 Institute for Environmental Learning?
85.8% of students at PS 15 Institute for Environmental Learning 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 393
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.3%
- Phone
- (718) 563-0473
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10- District Enrollment
- 43,655
- Schools in District
- 83
- District Rank
- #48 of 83
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