Below Average
#3693 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 16 Wakefield
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11
4550 CARPENTER AVE, Bronx, NY 10470
Enrollment
346
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
346
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,693 of 4,742
In Bronx
#313 of 452
public schools
In district
#43 of 62
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11
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PS 16 Wakefield
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About PS 16 Wakefield
PS 16 Wakefield is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11. PS 16 Wakefield serves approximately 346 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 16 Wakefield has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,693 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 16 Wakefield show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at PS 16 Wakefield sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
54% of students at PS 16 Wakefield 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 16 Wakefield — Students at PS 16 Wakefield score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.2%
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: 6.4/10.
How PS 16 Wakefield Compares
See how PS 16 Wakefield performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4550 CARPENTER AVE, Bronx, NY 10470
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 16 Wakefield may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST BARNABAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MARK'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Yonkers), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 19 JUDITH K WEISS (rated 6.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MATILDA AVENUE SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.1 mi | 3.0 |
| YONKERS MONTESSORI ACADEMY Yonkers | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| ST BARNABAS HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| ST BARNABAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| PS 87 Bronx | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| PS 103 HECTOR FONTANEZ Bronx | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| MOUNT ST MICHAEL ACADEMY Bronx | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 4 Bronx | 0.7 mi | 3.5 |
| ST MARK'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| PS 19 JUDITH K WEISS Bronx | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| GRIMES SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| HAMILTON SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| NEW WORLD HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| BRONXWOOD PREPARATORY ACADEMY (THE) Bronx | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| ACAD-SCHOLARSHIP & ENTREPRENEURSHIP Bronx | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| PS 21 PHILIP H SHERIDAN Bronx | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| ROSEMARIE ANN SIRAGUSA SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| OUR LADY OF GRACE SCHOOL Bronx | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 3 Bronx | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| DENZEL WASHINGTON SCHOOL-ARTS Mount Vernon | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10470 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,134
Median Home Value
$500,400
Median Rent
$1,656/mo
Population
15,558
College Educated
40.8%
Homeownership
43%
Avg Commute
41.8 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
41.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ABRAM LANSING SCHOOL Cohoes, NY | 4.8 |
| CHENANGO BRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Binghamton, NY | 4.8 |
| ELIZABETH CADY STANTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seneca Falls, NY | 4.8 |
| ELM STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Waverly, NY | 4.8 |
| GREGORY JOCKO JACKSON-SPORTS-ARTS Brooklyn, NY | 4.8 |
| HOLBROOK ROAD SCHOOL Centereach, NY | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 16 Wakefield
What grades does PS 16 Wakefield serve?
PS 16 Wakefield serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 16 Wakefield?
PS 16 Wakefield has an enrollment of approximately 346 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 16 Wakefield?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 16 Wakefield is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 16 Wakefield rank in NY?
PS 16 Wakefield ranks #3,693 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 16 Wakefield's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 16 Wakefield has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 16 Wakefield?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 16 Wakefield has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 16 Wakefield a charter school?
No, PS 16 Wakefield is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 16 Wakefield a Title I school?
No, PS 16 Wakefield is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 16 Wakefield?
94.2% of students at PS 16 Wakefield 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 346
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.0%
- Phone
- (718) 324-1262
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11- District Enrollment
- 32,583
- Schools in District
- 62
- District Rank
- #43 of 62
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