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PS 157 Grove Hill
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7
757 CAULDWELL AVE, Bronx, NY 10456
Enrollment
409
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
409
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,371 of 4,742
In Bronx
#398 of 452
public schools
In district
#40 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7
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PS 157 Grove Hill
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About PS 157 Grove Hill
PS 157 Grove Hill is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7. PS 157 Grove Hill serves approximately 409 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 157 Grove Hill has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,371 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 157 Grove Hill show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.4
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
61% of students at PS 157 Grove Hill 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 157 Grove Hill — Students at PS 157 Grove Hill score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.6%
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: 4.2/10.
How PS 157 Grove Hill Compares
See how PS 157 Grove Hill performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
757 CAULDWELL AVE, Bronx, NY 10456
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 157 Grove Hill may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST ANSELM PAROCHIAL SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is STOREFRONT ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 161 JUAN PONCE DE LEON SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BRILLA VERITAS CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.0 mi | 2.9 |
| UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS SECONDARY SCHOOL-BRONX COMMUNITY COLLEGE Bronx | 0.2 mi | 8.1 |
| MOTT HAVEN VILLAGE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.2 mi | 6.2 |
| NYC CHARTER HS - AECI Bronx | 0.2 mi | 8.6 |
| SOUTH BRONX ACADEMY FOR APPLIED MEDIA Bronx | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| ACADEMY OF PUBLIC RELATIONS Bronx | 0.2 mi | 5.1 |
| JILL CHAIFETZ TRANSFER HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.2 mi | 7.5 |
| PS 17 Bronx | 0.2 mi | 3.6 |
| MS 301 PAUL L DUNBAR Bronx | 0.2 mi | 3.9 |
| STOREFRONT ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| PS 140 EAGLE SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.0 |
| ST ANSELM PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| SOUTH BRONX EARLY COLLEGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 3.9 |
| HOSTOS-LINCOLN ACADEMY OF SCIENCE Bronx | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| IS 584 Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| UNIVERSITY PREP CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 7.7 |
| PS 5 PORT MORRIS Bronx | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| PS 161 JUAN PONCE DE LEON SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 146 EDWARD COLLINS Bronx | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| NEW VISIONS CHTR HS-ADV MA/SCI II Bronx | 0.4 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AURA A COLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Square, NY | 3.7 |
| BELLEVUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse, NY | 3.7 |
| BEN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo, NY | 3.7 |
| BEVERLY J MARTIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ithaca, NY | 3.7 |
| BOULEVARD SCHOOL Gloversville, NY | 3.7 |
| BROOKSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CAMPUS Rochester, NY | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 157 Grove Hill
What grades does PS 157 Grove Hill serve?
PS 157 Grove Hill serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 157 Grove Hill?
PS 157 Grove Hill has an enrollment of approximately 409 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 157 Grove Hill?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 157 Grove Hill is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 157 Grove Hill rank in NY?
PS 157 Grove Hill ranks #4,371 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 157 Grove Hill's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 157 Grove Hill has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 157 Grove Hill?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 157 Grove Hill has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 157 Grove Hill a charter school?
No, PS 157 Grove Hill is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 157 Grove Hill a Title I school?
No, PS 157 Grove Hill is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 157 Grove Hill?
96.6% of students at PS 157 Grove Hill 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
- 409
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 61.4%
- Phone
- (718) 292-5255
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7- District Enrollment
- 15,146
- Schools in District
- 41
- District Rank
- #40 of 40
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