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#4469 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 21 Philip H Sheridan
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11
715 E 225TH ST, Bronx, NY 10466
Enrollment
470
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
470
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,469 of 4,742
In Bronx
#410 of 452
public schools
In district
#58 of 62
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11
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PS 21 Philip H Sheridan
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About PS 21 Philip H Sheridan
PS 21 Philip H Sheridan is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11. PS 21 Philip H Sheridan serves approximately 470 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 21 Philip H Sheridan has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,469 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 21 Philip H Sheridan show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
63% of students at PS 21 Philip H Sheridan 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 21 Philip H Sheridan — Students at PS 21 Philip H Sheridan score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94%
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: 4.6/10.
How PS 21 Philip H Sheridan Compares
See how PS 21 Philip H Sheridan performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
715 E 225TH ST, Bronx, NY 10466
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 21 Philip H Sheridan may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LEARNING TREE CULTURAL CENTER INC (rated 7.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CITY OF FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 19 JUDITH K WEISS (rated 6.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 3 Bronx | 0.2 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 103 HECTOR FONTANEZ Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.1 |
| OUR LADY OF GRACE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| NORTH BRONX SCHOOL OF EMPOWERMENT Bronx | 0.5 mi | 3.5 |
| LEADERS OF TOMORROW Bronx | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| NEW WORLD HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| BRONXWOOD PREPARATORY ACADEMY (THE) Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| ACAD-SCHOLARSHIP & ENTREPRENEURSHIP Bronx | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Bronx | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR CONTEMPORARY ARTS Bronx | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| BRONX AEROSPACE HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| BRONX HIGH SCHOOL FOR WRITING AND COMMUNICATION ARTS Bronx | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| BRONX LAB SCHOOL Bronx | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| HIGH SCHOOL OF COMPUTERS AND TECHNOLOGY Bronx | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| BRONX ACADEMY OF HEALTH CAREERS Bronx | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| PS 78 ANNE HUTCHINSON Bronx | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| CITY OF FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bronx | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| NEW COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bronx | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| PS 19 JUDITH K WEISS Bronx | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| LEARNING TREE CULTURAL CENTER INC Bronx | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10466 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,328
Median Home Value
$605,300
Median Rent
$1,528/mo
Population
74,061
College Educated
25.9%
Homeownership
40.6%
Avg Commute
43.6 min
Poverty Rate
19.9%
Median Age
37.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BENJAMIN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Binghamton, NY | 3.5 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 4 Bronx, NY | 3.5 |
| DAVID PATERSON SCHOOL Hempstead, NY | 3.5 |
| FORK LANE SCHOOL Hicksville, NY | 3.5 |
| HEMPSTEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Spring Valley, NY | 3.5 |
| JOSEPH MCNEIL SCHOOL Hempstead, NY | 3.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 21 Philip H Sheridan
What grades does PS 21 Philip H Sheridan serve?
PS 21 Philip H Sheridan serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend PS 21 Philip H Sheridan?
PS 21 Philip H Sheridan has an enrollment of approximately 470 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 21 Philip H Sheridan?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 21 Philip H Sheridan is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 21 Philip H Sheridan rank in NY?
PS 21 Philip H Sheridan ranks #4,469 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 21 Philip H Sheridan's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 21 Philip H Sheridan has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 21 Philip H Sheridan?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 21 Philip H Sheridan has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 21 Philip H Sheridan a charter school?
No, PS 21 Philip H Sheridan is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 21 Philip H Sheridan a Title I school?
No, PS 21 Philip H Sheridan is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 21 Philip H Sheridan?
94.0% of students at PS 21 Philip H Sheridan 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
- 470
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 62.6%
- Phone
- (718) 652-3903
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11- District Enrollment
- 32,583
- Schools in District
- 62
- District Rank
- #58 of 62
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