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PS 199 Shakespeare School (the)
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
1449 SHAKESPEARE AVE, Bronx, NY 10452
Enrollment
415
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
415
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,535 of 4,742
In Bronx
#290 of 452
public schools
In district
#52 of 69
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
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About PS 199 Shakespeare School (the)
PS 199 Shakespeare School (the) is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9. PS 199 Shakespeare School (the) serves approximately 415 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 199 Shakespeare School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,535 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 199 Shakespeare School (the) show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
54% of students at PS 199 Shakespeare School (the) 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 199 Shakespeare School (the) — Students at PS 199 Shakespeare School (the) score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.1%
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: 5.5/10.
How PS 199 Shakespeare School (the) Compares
See how PS 199 Shakespeare School (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1449 SHAKESPEARE AVE, Bronx, NY 10452
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 199 Shakespeare School (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BRONX ACADEMY OF PROMISE CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MOUNT EDEN CHILDREN'S ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LUCERO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ZETA CHARTER SCHOOL - BRONX MOUNT EDEN Bronx | 0.1 mi | 4.0 |
| FAMILY LIFE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.2 mi | 3.0 |
| BRONX ACADEMY OF PROMISE CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 8.1 |
| COMPREHENSIVE MODEL SCHOOL PROJECT MS 327 Bronx | 0.2 mi | 5.9 |
| MOUNT EDEN CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Bronx | 0.2 mi | 7.7 |
| WALTON AVENUE SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| LUCERO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| PS 11 HIGHBRIDGE Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| AECI II: NYC CHARTER HS Bronx | 0.5 mi | 3.2 |
| PS 170 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| PS/IS 218 RAFAEL HERNANDEZ DUAL LANGUAGE MAGNET SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| IS 303 LEADERSHIP & COMMUNITY SERVICE Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| IS 232 Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| ACADEMY FOR LANGUAGE AND TECHNOLOGY Bronx | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| PS 109 SEDGWICK Bronx | 0.6 mi | 3.1 |
| PS 204 MORRIS HEIGHTS Bronx | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| PS 114 LUIS LLORENS TORRES SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| HIGHBRIDGE GREEN SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10452 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$37,854
Median Home Value
$263,000
Median Rent
$1,367/mo
Population
76,745
College Educated
14.3%
Homeownership
3.3%
Avg Commute
44.1 min
Poverty Rate
35.6%
Median Age
33.7
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| CENTER STREET SCHOOL Horseheads, NY | 5.0 |
| COLONIAL VILLAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Niagara Falls, NY | 5.0 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER New Hyde Park, NY | 5.0 |
| EAST HILL SCHOOL Canajoharie, NY | 5.0 |
| GENESEO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Geneseo, NY | 5.0 |
| GREATER PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oneonta, NY | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 199 Shakespeare School (the)
What grades does PS 199 Shakespeare School (the) serve?
PS 199 Shakespeare School (the) serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 199 Shakespeare School (the)?
PS 199 Shakespeare School (the) has an enrollment of approximately 415 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 199 Shakespeare School (the)?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 199 Shakespeare School (the) is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 199 Shakespeare School (the) rank in NY?
PS 199 Shakespeare School (the) ranks #3,535 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 199 Shakespeare School (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?
PS 199 Shakespeare School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 199 Shakespeare School (the)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 199 Shakespeare School (the) has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 199 Shakespeare School (the) a charter school?
No, PS 199 Shakespeare School (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 199 Shakespeare School (the) a Title I school?
No, PS 199 Shakespeare School (the) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 199 Shakespeare School (the)?
96.1% of students at PS 199 Shakespeare School (the) 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
- 415
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.2%
- Phone
- (718) 681-7172
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9- District Enrollment
- 26,766
- Schools in District
- 69
- District Rank
- #52 of 69
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