Needs Improvement
#4374 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 178 Dr Selman Waksman
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11
850 BAYCHESTER AVE, Bronx, NY 10475
Enrollment
326
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
326
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,374 of 4,742
In Bronx
#401 of 452
public schools
In district
#57 of 62
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11
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PS 178 Dr Selman Waksman
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About PS 178 Dr Selman Waksman
PS 178 Dr Selman Waksman is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11. PS 178 Dr Selman Waksman serves approximately 326 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 178 Dr Selman Waksman has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,374 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 178 Dr Selman Waksman show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at PS 178 Dr Selman Waksman 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 178 Dr Selman Waksman — Students at PS 178 Dr Selman Waksman 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
78.5%
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: 3.3/10.
How PS 178 Dr Selman Waksman Compares
See how PS 178 Dr Selman Waksman performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
850 BAYCHESTER AVE, Bronx, NY 10475
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 178 Dr Selman Waksman may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BAYCHESTER ACADEMY (rated 8.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 153 HELEN KELLER (rated 7.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BETTER LEARNING II (rated 6.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MS 596 Bronx | 0.0 mi | 4.8 |
| PS 176 Bronx | 0.0 mi | 4.0 |
| 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 | 0.2 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 | 0.5 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 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BETTER LEARNING Bronx | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
|---|---|
| AURA A COLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Square, NY | 3.7 |
| BELLEVUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse, NY | 3.7 |
| BEVERLY J MARTIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ithaca, NY | 3.7 |
| BROOKSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CAMPUS Rochester, NY | 3.7 |
| CRAIG HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 3.7 |
| DEXTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dexter, NY | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 178 Dr Selman Waksman
What grades does PS 178 Dr Selman Waksman serve?
PS 178 Dr Selman Waksman serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 178 Dr Selman Waksman?
PS 178 Dr Selman Waksman has an enrollment of approximately 326 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 178 Dr Selman Waksman?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 178 Dr Selman Waksman is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 178 Dr Selman Waksman rank in NY?
PS 178 Dr Selman Waksman ranks #4,374 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 178 Dr Selman Waksman's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 178 Dr Selman Waksman has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 178 Dr Selman Waksman?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 178 Dr Selman Waksman has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 178 Dr Selman Waksman a charter school?
No, PS 178 Dr Selman Waksman is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 178 Dr Selman Waksman a Title I school?
No, PS 178 Dr Selman Waksman is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 178 Dr Selman Waksman?
78.5% of students at PS 178 Dr Selman Waksman 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
- 326
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.8%
- Phone
- (718) 904-5570
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11- District Enrollment
- 32,583
- Schools in District
- 62
- District Rank
- #57 of 62
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