Below Average
#3751 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 150 Charles James Fox
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12
920 E 167TH ST, Bronx, NY 10459
Enrollment
501
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
501
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,751 of 4,742
In Bronx
#321 of 452
public schools
In district
#30 of 46
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12
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About PS 150 Charles James Fox
PS 150 Charles James Fox is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12. PS 150 Charles James Fox serves approximately 501 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 150 Charles James Fox has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,751 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 150 Charles James Fox show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
62% of students at PS 150 Charles James Fox 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 150 Charles James Fox — Students at PS 150 Charles James Fox score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 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: 6.0/10.
How PS 150 Charles James Fox Compares
See how PS 150 Charles James Fox performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
920 E 167TH ST, Bronx, NY 10459
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 150 Charles James Fox may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOUTH BRONX CLASSICAL CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is URBAN SCHOLARS COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 75 SCHOOL OF RESEARCH AND DISCOVERY (rated 5.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 miNeighborhood 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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 150 Charles James Fox
What grades does PS 150 Charles James Fox serve?
PS 150 Charles James Fox serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 150 Charles James Fox?
PS 150 Charles James Fox has an enrollment of approximately 501 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 150 Charles James Fox?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 150 Charles James Fox is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 150 Charles James Fox rank in NY?
PS 150 Charles James Fox ranks #3,751 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 150 Charles James Fox's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 150 Charles James Fox has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 150 Charles James Fox?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 150 Charles James Fox has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 150 Charles James Fox a charter school?
No, PS 150 Charles James Fox is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 150 Charles James Fox a Title I school?
No, PS 150 Charles James Fox is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 150 Charles James Fox?
97.2% of students at PS 150 Charles James Fox 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
- 501
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 61.7%
- Phone
- (718) 328-7729
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12- District Enrollment
- 17,376
- Schools in District
- 47
- District Rank
- #30 of 46
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