Needs Improvement
#4556 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 168
School · NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75
3050 WEBSTER AVE, Bronx, NY 10467
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 426 schools in Bronx. Learn more
Enrollment
609
Student-Teacher
5.7:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
609
Student-Teacher
5.7:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,556 of 4,742
In Bronx
#423 of 452
public schools
In district
#56 of 58
NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75
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PS 168
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About PS 168
PS 168 is a public school in Bronx, NY, part of NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75. PS 168 serves approximately 609 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 5.7:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 168 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,556 of 4,742 schools in NY.
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.2
- NY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 5.7:1 students to teachers, PS 168 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
80% of students at PS 168 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How PS 168 Compares
See how PS 168 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3050 WEBSTER AVE, Bronx, NY 10467
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 168 may also want to explore other schools in the area. FORDHAM HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS (rated 9.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FORDHAM LEADERSHIP ACADEMY (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BELMONT PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS/MS 20 PO GEORGE J WERDAN III Bronx | 0.0 mi | 4.1 |
| BEDFORD PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 2.8 |
| PS 8 ISAAC VARIAN Bronx | 0.3 mi | 3.9 |
| BRONX COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 56 NORWOOD HEIGHTS Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| ACADEMY OF MOUNT ST URSULA Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| JHS 80 MOSHOLU PARKWAY (THE) Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| PS/MS 280 MOSHOLU PARKWAY Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| FORDHAM PREPARATORY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| CANARSIE CHILDREN FIRST ACADEMY Bronx | 0.6 mi | — |
| ST PHILIP NERI SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| PS/IS 54 Bronx | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| PS 46 EDGAR ALLAN POE Bronx | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| PS 94 KINGS COLLEGE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| PS 41 GUN HILL ROAD Bronx | 0.7 mi | 3.1 |
| OUR LADY OF REFUGE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| PS 96 RICHARD RODGERS Bronx | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| BELMONT PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| FORDHAM HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS Bronx | 0.8 mi | 9.0 |
| FORDHAM LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Bronx | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10467 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,806
Median Home Value
$425,500
Median Rent
$1,505/mo
Population
96,304
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
13.6%
Avg Commute
45 min
Poverty Rate
26.8%
Median Age
36.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| PS 723 Bronx, NY | 3.2 |
| BUFFALO ACADEMY OF SCIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL II Buffalo, NY | 3.1 |
| BOYS PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL OF NEW YORK Bronx, NY | 3.5 |
| PS 10 Bronx, NY | 3.5 |
| PS 17 Bronx, NY | 3.6 |
| PS 188 Bronx, NY | 3.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 168
What grades does PS 168 serve?
PS 168 serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend PS 168?
PS 168 has an enrollment of approximately 609 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 168?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 168 is 5.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 168 rank in NY?
PS 168 ranks #4,556 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 168's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 168 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is PS 168 a charter school?
No, PS 168 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 168 a Title I school?
No, PS 168 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 168?
92.6% of students at PS 168 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 – 12th
- Enrollment
- 609
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 107
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.6%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 79.5%
- Phone
- (718) 585-2100
Resources & Links
District
NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75- Schools in District
- 59
- District Rank
- #56 of 58
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