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#3374 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 226
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10
1950 SEDGWICK AVE, Bronx, NY 10453
Enrollment
318
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
318
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,374 of 4,742
In Bronx
#274 of 452
public schools
In district
#53 of 83
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10
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PS 226
Elementary School in Bronx · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 226
PS 226 is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10. PS 226 serves approximately 318 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 226 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,374 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 226 show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 4.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at PS 226 sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
37% of students at PS 226 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 226 — Students at PS 226 score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 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: 6.1/10.
How PS 226 Compares
See how PS 226 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1950 SEDGWICK AVE, Bronx, NY 10453
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 226 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 236 LANGSTON HUGHES (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 204 MORRIS HEIGHTS (rated 7.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 306 (rated 5.3/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MS 390 Bronx | 0.2 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 396 Bronx | 0.2 mi | 4.0 |
| CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL FOR LAW AND SOCIAL JUSTICE Bronx | 0.3 mi | 4.7 |
| PS 109 SEDGWICK Bronx | 0.3 mi | 3.1 |
| IS 229 ROLAND PATTERSON Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| NEW AMERICAN ACADEMY AT ROBERTO CLEMENTE STATE PARK (THE) Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.0 |
| PS 204 MORRIS HEIGHTS Bronx | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| IS 303 LEADERSHIP & COMMUNITY SERVICE Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| IS 232 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| ACADEMY FOR LANGUAGE AND TECHNOLOGY Bronx | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| PS 306 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| BRONX SCHOOL OF YOUNG LEADERS (THE) Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 5 ELLEN LURIE New York | 0.4 mi | 4.1 |
| MANHATTAN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY New York | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| PS 291 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.8 |
| PS 15 INSTITUTE FOR ENVIRONMENTAL LEARNING Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| HOPE ACADEMY OF THE BRONX Bronx | 0.4 mi | — |
| PS 91 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.4 |
| PS 236 LANGSTON HUGHES Bronx | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| COLLEGE ACADEMY (THE) New York | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10453 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$35,482
Median Home Value
$580,100
Median Rent
$1,393/mo
Population
78,270
College Educated
14.5%
Homeownership
4.9%
Avg Commute
42.9 min
Poverty Rate
33.7%
Median Age
34.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 226
What grades does PS 226 serve?
PS 226 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 226?
PS 226 has an enrollment of approximately 318 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 226?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 226 is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 226 rank in NY?
PS 226 ranks #3,374 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 226's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 226 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 226?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 226 has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 226 a charter school?
No, PS 226 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 226 a Title I school?
No, PS 226 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 226?
94.7% of students at PS 226 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
- 318
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.1%
- Phone
- (929) 452-3090
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10- District Enrollment
- 43,655
- Schools in District
- 83
- District Rank
- #53 of 83
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