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PS 205 Fiorello Laguardia
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10
2475 SOUTHERN BLVD, Bronx, NY 10458
Enrollment
538
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
538
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,601 of 4,742
In Bronx
#432 of 452
public schools
In district
#78 of 83
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10
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PS 205 Fiorello Laguardia
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About PS 205 Fiorello Laguardia
PS 205 Fiorello Laguardia is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10. PS 205 Fiorello Laguardia serves approximately 538 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 205 Fiorello Laguardia has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,601 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 205 Fiorello Laguardia show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
53% of students at PS 205 Fiorello Laguardia 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 205 Fiorello Laguardia — Students at PS 205 Fiorello Laguardia score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.7%
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: 2.3/10.
How PS 205 Fiorello Laguardia Compares
See how PS 205 Fiorello Laguardia performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2475 SOUTHERN BLVD, Bronx, NY 10458
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 205 Fiorello Laguardia may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OUR LADY OF MT CARMEL SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS/IS 54 (rated 5.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CARDINAL MCCLOSKEY COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 3.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CROTONA INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.1 mi | 4.4 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR ENERGY AND TECHNOLOGY Bronx | 0.1 mi | 4.6 |
| BRONX ACADEMY FOR SOFTWARE ENGINEERING (BASE) Bronx | 0.1 mi | 4.4 |
| THOMAS C GIORDANO MIDDLE SCHOOL 45 Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.0 |
| PS 32 BELMONT Bronx | 0.4 mi | 2.3 |
| PS 188 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.6 |
| CARDINAL MCCLOSKEY COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.8 |
| OUR LADY OF MT CARMEL SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| BRONX STEM AND ARTS ACADEMY (THE) Bronx | 0.5 mi | 1.9 |
| BELMONT PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| FORDHAM HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS Bronx | 0.4 mi | 9.0 |
| FORDHAM LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Bronx | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| BRONX HIGH SCHOOL FOR LAW AND COMMUNITY SERVICE Bronx | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| WEST BRONX ACADEMY FOR THE FUTURE Bronx | 0.4 mi | 4.8 |
| KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREP ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| IS 254 Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| FORDHAM PREPARATORY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| PS 57 CRESCENT Bronx | 0.6 mi | 2.6 |
| FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY V MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 3.9 |
| PS/IS 54 Bronx | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10458 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,107
Median Home Value
$515,700
Median Rent
$1,548/mo
Population
78,741
College Educated
16.1%
Homeownership
3.9%
Avg Commute
44.3 min
Poverty Rate
29.8%
Median Age
31.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ELMWOOD VILLAGE CHARTER SCHOOL HERTEL Buffalo, NY | 3.1 |
| FRANKFORT-SCHUYLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Frankfort, NY | 3.1 |
| JOHN F KENNEDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Chester, NY | 3.1 |
| JOHN F KENNEDY SCHOOL Kingston, NY | 3.1 |
| KING CENTER CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo, NY | 3.1 |
| PARLEY COBURN SCHOOL Elmira, NY | 3.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 205 Fiorello Laguardia
What grades does PS 205 Fiorello Laguardia serve?
PS 205 Fiorello Laguardia serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend PS 205 Fiorello Laguardia?
PS 205 Fiorello Laguardia has an enrollment of approximately 538 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 205 Fiorello Laguardia?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 205 Fiorello Laguardia is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 205 Fiorello Laguardia rank in NY?
PS 205 Fiorello Laguardia ranks #4,601 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 205 Fiorello Laguardia's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 205 Fiorello Laguardia has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 205 Fiorello Laguardia?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 205 Fiorello Laguardia has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 205 Fiorello Laguardia a charter school?
No, PS 205 Fiorello Laguardia is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 205 Fiorello Laguardia a Title I school?
No, PS 205 Fiorello Laguardia is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 205 Fiorello Laguardia?
96.7% of students at PS 205 Fiorello Laguardia 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 538
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.3%
- Phone
- (718) 584-6390
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10- District Enrollment
- 43,655
- Schools in District
- 83
- District Rank
- #78 of 83
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