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Very Good

#1263 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 27% in state

PS 154 Jonathan D Hyatt

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7

333 E 135TH ST, Bronx, NY 10454

Enrollment

210

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,263 of 4,742

In Bronx

#63 of 452

public schools

In district

#4 of 40

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7

Academic growth

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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PS 154 Jonathan D Hyatt

7.4/10

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

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About PS 154 Jonathan D Hyatt

PS 154 Jonathan D Hyatt is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7. PS 154 Jonathan D Hyatt serves approximately 210 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 154 Jonathan D Hyatt has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,263 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for PS 154 Jonathan D Hyatt show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.0 pts above district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.4
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.33 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics4.8Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-36.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-24.6 pts
Overall Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-8.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile29th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Chronic Absenteeism29.5%

PS 154 Jonathan D Hyatt — Students at PS 154 Jonathan D Hyatt score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

97.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 30.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 36.2% (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
81%
ELA
48%
2010
Math
40%
ELA
27%
2011
Math
29%
ELA
25%
2012
Math
3%
ELA
5%
2013
Math
14%
ELA
9%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
44.5%
2021*
Math
28.8%
ELA
47.1%
2022
Math
17.4%
ELA
36.3%

* 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: 9.1/10.

How PS 154 Jonathan D Hyatt Compares

See how PS 154 Jonathan D Hyatt performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
73th percentile in NY
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
6.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
98%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.5%

Location

333 E 135TH ST, Bronx, NY 10454

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 154 Jonathan D Hyatt may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MOTT HAVEN ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is PS 49 WILLIS AVENUE (rated 7.0/10, 0.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, YOUNG LEADERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.4 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10454 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$27,500

Median Home Value

$780,800

Median Rent

$1,064/mo

Population

40,368

College Educated

13.9%

Homeownership

6.4%

Avg Commute

39.4 min

Poverty Rate

42.8%

Median Age

33.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PS 154 Jonathan D Hyatt

What grades does PS 154 Jonathan D Hyatt serve?

PS 154 Jonathan D Hyatt serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend PS 154 Jonathan D Hyatt?

PS 154 Jonathan D Hyatt has an enrollment of approximately 210 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 154 Jonathan D Hyatt?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 154 Jonathan D Hyatt is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 154 Jonathan D Hyatt rank in NY?

PS 154 Jonathan D Hyatt ranks #1,263 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is PS 154 Jonathan D Hyatt's MySchoolScout rating?

PS 154 Jonathan D Hyatt has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 154 Jonathan D Hyatt?

Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 154 Jonathan D Hyatt has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is PS 154 Jonathan D Hyatt a charter school?

No, PS 154 Jonathan D Hyatt is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 154 Jonathan D Hyatt a Title I school?

No, PS 154 Jonathan D Hyatt is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 154 Jonathan D Hyatt?

97.6% of students at PS 154 Jonathan D Hyatt 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
91 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
80 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
210
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
97.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bronx County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.5%

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