Below Average
#3960 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 179
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7
468 E 140TH ST, Bronx, NY 10454
Enrollment
203
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
203
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,960 of 4,742
In Bronx
#346 of 452
public schools
In district
#36 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7
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PS 179
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About PS 179
PS 179 is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7. PS 179 serves approximately 203 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 179 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,960 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 179 show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, PS 179 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
58% of students at PS 179 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 179 — Students at PS 179 score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 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: 5.6/10.
How PS 179 Compares
See how PS 179 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
468 E 140TH ST, Bronx, NY 10454
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 179 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MOTT HAVEN ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 154 JONATHAN D HYATT (rated 7.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 49 WILLIS AVENUE (rated 7.0/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10454 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$27,500
Median Home Value
$780,800
Median Rent
$1,064/mo
Population
40,368
College Educated
13.9%
Homeownership
6.4%
Avg Commute
39.4 min
Poverty Rate
42.8%
Median Age
33.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 179
What grades does PS 179 serve?
PS 179 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 179?
PS 179 has an enrollment of approximately 203 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 179?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 179 is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 179 rank in NY?
PS 179 ranks #3,960 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 179's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 179 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 179?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 179 has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 179 a charter school?
No, PS 179 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 179 a Title I school?
No, PS 179 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 179?
97.0% of students at PS 179 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
- 203
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.1%
- Phone
- (718) 292-2237
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7- District Enrollment
- 15,146
- Schools in District
- 41
- District Rank
- #36 of 40
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