Below Average
#3616 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 160 Walt Disney
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11
4140 HUTCHNSN RVR PKWY E, Bronx, NY 10475
Enrollment
299
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
299
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,616 of 4,742
In Bronx
#304 of 452
public schools
In district
#42 of 62
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11
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PS 160 Walt Disney
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About PS 160 Walt Disney
PS 160 Walt Disney is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11. PS 160 Walt Disney serves approximately 299 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 160 Walt Disney has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,616 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 160 Walt Disney show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at PS 160 Walt Disney 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 160 Walt Disney — Students at PS 160 Walt Disney score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.3%
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: 5.4/10.
How PS 160 Walt Disney Compares
See how PS 160 Walt Disney performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4140 HUTCHNSN RVR PKWY E, Bronx, NY 10475
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 160 Walt Disney may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 153 HELEN KELLER (rated 7.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BETTER LEARNING II (rated 6.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 71 ROSE E SCALA (rated 6.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EQUALITY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.0 mi | 5.9 |
| MS 180 DR DANIEL HALE WILLIAMS Bronx | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| JHS 144 MICHELANGELO Bronx | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| PELHAM GARDENS MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BETTER LEARNING II Bronx | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 153 HELEN KELLER Bronx | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| HARRY S TRUMAN HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| BRONX HEALTH SCIENCES HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| IS 181 PABLO CASALS Bronx | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| PS 178 DR SELMAN WAKSMAN Bronx | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| MS 596 Bronx | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| PS 176 Bronx | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| GREEK AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF NEW YORK Bronx | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| GARVEY SCHOOL Bronx | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| CAPITAL PREPARATORY BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| ST THERESA SCHOOL Bronx | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| E MONROE NEW RENAISSANCE BASKETBALL Bronx | 1.3 mi | — |
| PS 71 ROSE E SCALA Bronx | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY FOR SOCIAL ACTION Bronx | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY FOR SOCIAL ACTION MIDDLE SCHOOL (CASA) Bronx | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10475 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,383
Median Home Value
$31,900
Median Rent
$1,221/mo
Population
42,771
College Educated
27.6%
Homeownership
44.9%
Avg Commute
50.3 min
Poverty Rate
15.4%
Median Age
44.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 160 Walt Disney
What grades does PS 160 Walt Disney serve?
PS 160 Walt Disney serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 160 Walt Disney?
PS 160 Walt Disney has an enrollment of approximately 299 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 160 Walt Disney?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 160 Walt Disney is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 160 Walt Disney rank in NY?
PS 160 Walt Disney ranks #3,616 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 160 Walt Disney's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 160 Walt Disney has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 160 Walt Disney?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 160 Walt Disney has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 160 Walt Disney a charter school?
No, PS 160 Walt Disney is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 160 Walt Disney a Title I school?
No, PS 160 Walt Disney is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 160 Walt Disney?
78.3% of students at PS 160 Walt Disney 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
- 299
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.8%
- Phone
- (718) 822-8402
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11- District Enrollment
- 32,583
- Schools in District
- 62
- District Rank
- #42 of 62
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