Below Average
#3691 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 163 Arthur a Schomberg
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
2075 WEBSTER AVE, Bronx, NY 10457
Enrollment
265
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
265
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,691 of 4,742
In Bronx
#311 of 452
public schools
In district
#57 of 69
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
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About PS 163 Arthur a Schomberg
PS 163 Arthur a Schomberg is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9. PS 163 Arthur a Schomberg serves approximately 265 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 163 Arthur a Schomberg has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,691 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 163 Arthur a Schomberg show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
52% of students at PS 163 Arthur a Schomberg 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 163 Arthur a Schomberg — Students at PS 163 Arthur a Schomberg score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 30 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: 5.8/10.
How PS 163 Arthur a Schomberg Compares
See how PS 163 Arthur a Schomberg performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2075 WEBSTER AVE, Bronx, NY 10457
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 163 Arthur a Schomberg may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 23 NEW CHILDREN'S SCHOOL (THE) (rated 6.6/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 279 CAPT MANUEL RIVERA JR (rated 6.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 209 (rated 6.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ANGELO PATRI MIDDLE SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.2 mi | 5.8 |
| THEATRE ARTS PRODUCTION COMPANY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.2 mi | 4.4 |
| PS 23 NEW CHILDREN'S SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.2 mi | 6.6 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 5 Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| PS 9 RYER AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| PS 209 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 58 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.8 |
| PS 59 COMMUNITY SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY (THE) Bronx | 0.3 mi | 2.2 |
| SCHOOL FOR ENVIRONMENTAL CITIZENSHIP Bronx | 0.3 mi | 4.1 |
| ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR MATH SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Bronx | 0.3 mi | 3.9 |
| CRESTON ACADEMY Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 28 MOUNT HOPE Bronx | 0.3 mi | 4.5 |
| PROVIDING URBAN LEARNERS SUCCESS IN EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| EAGLE ACADEMY FOR YOUNG MEN Bronx | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| PS 159 LUIS MUMOZ MARIN BILING Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| PS 279 CAPT MANUEL RIVERA JR Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| JHS 118 WILLIAM W NILES Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| PS 3 RAUL JULIA MICRO SOCIETY Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| KIPP FREEDOM CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| ACADEMY FOR PERSONAL LEADERSHIP AND EXCELLENCE Bronx | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10457 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,911
Median Home Value
$336,900
Median Rent
$1,400/mo
Population
79,375
College Educated
14.9%
Homeownership
6.2%
Avg Commute
44.6 min
Poverty Rate
34.1%
Median Age
31.8
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| 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 |
| GREGORY JOCKO JACKSON-SPORTS-ARTS Brooklyn, NY | 4.8 |
| JOSEPH B RADEZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Richmondville, NY | 4.8 |
| LEIGHTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oswego, NY | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 163 Arthur a Schomberg
What grades does PS 163 Arthur a Schomberg serve?
PS 163 Arthur a Schomberg serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 163 Arthur a Schomberg?
PS 163 Arthur a Schomberg has an enrollment of approximately 265 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 163 Arthur a Schomberg?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 163 Arthur a Schomberg 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 163 Arthur a Schomberg rank in NY?
PS 163 Arthur a Schomberg ranks #3,691 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 163 Arthur a Schomberg's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 163 Arthur a Schomberg 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 163 Arthur a Schomberg?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 163 Arthur a Schomberg has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 163 Arthur a Schomberg a charter school?
No, PS 163 Arthur a Schomberg is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 163 Arthur a Schomberg a Title I school?
No, PS 163 Arthur a Schomberg is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 163 Arthur a Schomberg?
98.5% of students at PS 163 Arthur a Schomberg 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
- 265
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.7%
- Phone
- (718) 584-3045
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9- District Enrollment
- 26,766
- Schools in District
- 69
- District Rank
- #57 of 69
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