Below Average
#4221 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 176
High School · NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75
750 BAYCHESTER AVE, Bronx, NY 10475
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 426 schools in Bronx. Learn more
Enrollment
623
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Score
4.0
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
623
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Score
4.0
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,221 of 4,742
In Bronx
#378 of 452
public schools
In district
#29 of 58
NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75
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PS 176
High School in Bronx · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 176
PS 176 is a public high school in Bronx, NY, part of NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75. PS 176 serves approximately 623 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 5.3:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 176 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #4,221 of 4,742 schools in NY.
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 3.6
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 5.3:1 students to teachers, PS 176 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
49% of students at PS 176 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
88.9%
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 176 Compares
See how PS 176 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
750 BAYCHESTER AVE, Bronx, NY 10475
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 176 may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BRONX HEALTH SCIENCES HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARRY S TRUMAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CARDINAL SPELLMAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 178 DR SELMAN WAKSMAN Bronx | 0.0 mi | 3.7 |
| MS 596 Bronx | 0.0 mi | 4.8 |
| HARRY S TRUMAN HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.1 mi | 6.5 |
| BRONX HEALTH SCIENCES HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.1 mi | 7.8 |
| IS 181 PABLO CASALS Bronx | 0.1 mi | 6.8 |
| PS 153 HELEN KELLER Bronx | 0.1 mi | 7.3 |
| MS 180 DR DANIEL HALE WILLIAMS Bronx | 0.2 mi | 6.1 |
| GARVEY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| CAPITAL PREPARATORY BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| PS 723 Bronx | 0.6 mi | 3.2 |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY FOR SOCIAL ACTION Bronx | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY FOR SOCIAL ACTION MIDDLE SCHOOL (CASA) Bronx | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| BAYCHESTER ACADEMY Bronx | 0.5 mi | 8.7 |
| CARDINAL SPELLMAN HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| PS 111 SETON FALLS Bronx | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| JHS 144 MICHELANGELO Bronx | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| PELHAM GARDENS MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BETTER LEARNING II Bronx | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BETTER LEARNING Bronx | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| SCO FAMILY SERVICES - THE CHRISTOPHER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.7 mi | — |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ELLENVILLE JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Ellenville, NY | 4.0 |
| MANHATTAN INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL New York, NY | 4.1 |
| FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY New York, NY | 3.9 |
| INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL FOR LIBERAL ARTS Bronx, NY | 3.9 |
| SALAMANCA HIGH SCHOOL Salamanca, NY | 3.9 |
| YESHIVA & MESIFTA VIYOEL MOSHE Brooklyn, NY | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 176
What grades does PS 176 serve?
PS 176 serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend PS 176?
PS 176 has an enrollment of approximately 623 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 176?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 176 is 5.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 176 rank in NY?
PS 176 ranks #4,221 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 176's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 176 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is PS 176 a charter school?
No, PS 176 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 176 a Title I school?
No, PS 176 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 176?
88.9% of students at PS 176 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
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 623
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 117
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.9%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.4%
- Phone
- (718) 904-5700
Resources & Links
District
NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75- Schools in District
- 59
- District Rank
- #29 of 58
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