Needs Improvement
#4430 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 188
School · NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75
770 GROTE ST, Bronx, NY 10460
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 426 schools in Bronx. Learn more
Enrollment
493
Student-Teacher
5:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
493
Student-Teacher
5:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,430 of 4,742
In Bronx
#406 of 452
public schools
In district
#43 of 58
NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75
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PS 188
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About PS 188
PS 188 is a public school in Bronx, NY, part of NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75. PS 188 serves approximately 493 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 5:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 188 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,430 of 4,742 schools in NY.
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.2
- NY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 5:1 students to teachers, PS 188 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
67% of students at PS 188 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
95.3%
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 188 Compares
See how PS 188 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
770 GROTE ST, Bronx, NY 10460
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 188 may also want to explore other schools in the area. OUR LADY OF MT CARMEL SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JHS 118 WILLIAM W NILES (rated 6.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 67 MOHEGAN SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10460 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,067
Median Home Value
$589,300
Median Rent
$1,332/mo
Population
61,101
College Educated
15.2%
Homeownership
10.7%
Avg Commute
47 min
Poverty Rate
33.9%
Median Age
34.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| PS 140 Brooklyn, NY | 3.6 |
| PS 17 Bronx, NY | 3.6 |
| PS 469-BRONX SCHOOL FOR CONTINUOUS LEARNING (THE) Bronx, NY | 3.6 |
| PS 53 Brooklyn, NY | 3.6 |
| PS 993 Floral Park, NY | 3.6 |
| SOUTH RICHMOND HIGH SCHOOL IS/PS 25 Staten Island, NY | 3.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 188
What grades does PS 188 serve?
PS 188 serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend PS 188?
PS 188 has an enrollment of approximately 493 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 188?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 188 is 5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 188 rank in NY?
PS 188 ranks #4,430 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 188's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 188 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is PS 188 a charter school?
No, PS 188 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 188 a Title I school?
No, PS 188 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 188?
95.3% of students at PS 188 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 – 12th
- Enrollment
- 493
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 98
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.3%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 67.1%
- Phone
- (718) 561-2052
Resources & Links
District
NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75- Schools in District
- 59
- District Rank
- #43 of 58
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