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#3364 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 18 Park Terrace
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6
4124 9TH AVE, New York, NY 10034
Enrollment
220
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
220
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,364 of 4,742
In New York
#263 of 346
public schools
In district
#31 of 45
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6
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PS 18 Park Terrace
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About PS 18 Park Terrace
PS 18 Park Terrace is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6. PS 18 Park Terrace serves approximately 220 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 18 Park Terrace has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,364 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 18 Park Terrace show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 7.9:1 students to teachers, PS 18 Park Terrace sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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PS 18 Park Terrace — Students at PS 18 Park Terrace score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 22 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.7/10.
How PS 18 Park Terrace Compares
See how PS 18 Park Terrace performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4124 9TH AVE, New York, NY 10034
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 18 Park Terrace may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KINNERET DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Bronx), which scores notably higher. Another option is AMBER CHARTER SCHOOL INWOOD (rated 6.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PAULA HEDBAVNY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PAULA HEDBAVNY SCHOOL New York | 0.0 mi | 6.8 |
| ZETA CHARTER SCHOOL - INWOOD New York | 0.1 mi | 3.7 |
| ATMOSPHERE ACADEMY PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 3.6 |
| AMBER CHARTER SCHOOL INWOOD New York | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 310 MARBLE HILL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| MARBLE HILL HIGH SCHOOL OF INTERNATIONAL STUDIES Bronx | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| BRONX THEATRE HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| BRONX ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| BRONX SCHOOL OF LAW AND FINANCE Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS-INTER SUPP Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| NEW VISIONS CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE HUMANITIES Bronx | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| NEW VISIONS CHARTER HS-ADV MATH/SCIE Bronx | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| PS 98 SHORAC KAPPOCK New York | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| IN-TECH ACADEMY (MS/HS 368) Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| KINNERET DAY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| PS 37 MULTIPLE INTELLIGENCE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| PS 207 Bronx | 0.5 mi | 2.0 |
| INWOOD ACADEMY FOR LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL New York | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| INTERNATIONAL LEADERSHIP CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| PS 360 Bronx | 0.5 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10034 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,786
Median Home Value
$518,000
Median Rent
$1,621/mo
Population
39,037
College Educated
39.2%
Homeownership
10%
Avg Commute
46.8 min
Poverty Rate
14.6%
Median Age
38.1
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| BAIS YAAKOV CHOFETZ CHAIM OF POMONA Pomona, NY | 5.2 |
| BAYVILLE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Bayville, NY | 5.2 |
| COLDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Colden, NY | 5.2 |
| EUGENE AUER MEMORIAL SCHOOL Lake Grove, NY | 5.2 |
| GENESEE COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 5.2 |
| GOV GEORGE CLINTON SCHOOL Poughkeepsie, NY | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 18 Park Terrace
What grades does PS 18 Park Terrace serve?
PS 18 Park Terrace serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend PS 18 Park Terrace?
PS 18 Park Terrace has an enrollment of approximately 220 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 18 Park Terrace?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 18 Park Terrace is 7.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 18 Park Terrace rank in NY?
PS 18 Park Terrace ranks #3,364 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 18 Park Terrace's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 18 Park Terrace has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 18 Park Terrace?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 18 Park Terrace has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is PS 18 Park Terrace a charter school?
No, PS 18 Park Terrace is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 18 Park Terrace a Title I school?
No, PS 18 Park Terrace is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 18 Park Terrace?
96.8% of students at PS 18 Park Terrace 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 220
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.0%
- Phone
- (917) 521-2220
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6- District Enrollment
- 17,940
- Schools in District
- 45
- District Rank
- #31 of 45
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