Below Average
#3750 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 246 Poe Center
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10
2641 GRAND CONCOURSE, Bronx, NY 10468
Enrollment
489
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
489
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,750 of 4,742
In Bronx
#320 of 452
public schools
In district
#60 of 83
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10
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PS 246 Poe Center
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About PS 246 Poe Center
PS 246 Poe Center is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10. PS 246 Poe Center serves approximately 489 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 246 Poe Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,750 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 246 Poe Center show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 4.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at PS 246 Poe Center 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 246 Poe Center — Students at PS 246 Poe Center score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.7%
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: 5.2/10.
How PS 246 Poe Center Compares
See how PS 246 Poe Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2641 GRAND CONCOURSE, Bronx, NY 10468
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 246 Poe Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KIPP BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL II (rated 6.9/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 46 EDGAR ALLAN POE (rated 5.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PS 85 GREAT EXPECTATIONS (rated 5.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KIPP BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL II Bronx | 0.2 mi | 6.9 |
| OUR LADY OF REFUGE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.2 mi | 5.5 |
| PS 340 Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR TEACHING AND THE PROFESSIONS Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| CELIA CRUZ BRONX HIGH SCHOOL OF MUSIC (THE) Bronx | 0.3 mi | 9.0 |
| DISCOVERY HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 7.7 |
| KINGSBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL FOR LIBERAL ARTS Bronx | 0.3 mi | 3.9 |
| PS 46 EDGAR ALLAN POE Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| PS 86 KINGSBRIDGE HEIGHTS Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| JONAS BRONCK ACADEMY Bronx | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| PS 85 GREAT EXPECTATIONS Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| PS/IS 54 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| PS 33 TIMOTHY DWIGHT Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| GIRLS PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL OF THE BRONX II Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| ACADEMY FOR PERSONAL LEADERSHIP AND EXCELLENCE Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| IS 254 Bronx | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| HIGH SCHOOL OF AMERICAN STUDIES AT LEHMAN COLLEGE Bronx | 0.6 mi | 9.0 |
| PS 315 LAB SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| BELMONT PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10468 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,624
Median Home Value
$259,400
Median Rent
$1,594/mo
Population
79,825
College Educated
15.6%
Homeownership
8.5%
Avg Commute
46.3 min
Poverty Rate
26.7%
Median Age
34.4
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| BAIS YAAKOV ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF ROCKLAND Spring Valley, NY | 4.7 |
| BEEKMANTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Chazy, NY | 4.7 |
| C V STARR INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Brewster, NY | 4.7 |
| CAMDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Camden, NY | 4.7 |
| CESAR E CHAVEZ SCHOOL Yonkers, NY | 4.7 |
| CHARLES E RILEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oswego, NY | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 246 Poe Center
What grades does PS 246 Poe Center serve?
PS 246 Poe Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend PS 246 Poe Center?
PS 246 Poe Center has an enrollment of approximately 489 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 246 Poe Center?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 246 Poe Center is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 246 Poe Center rank in NY?
PS 246 Poe Center ranks #3,750 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 246 Poe Center's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 246 Poe Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 246 Poe Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 246 Poe Center has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 246 Poe Center a charter school?
No, PS 246 Poe Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 246 Poe Center a Title I school?
No, PS 246 Poe Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 246 Poe Center?
95.7% of students at PS 246 Poe Center 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
- 489
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.1%
- Phone
- (718) 584-6764
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10- District Enrollment
- 43,655
- Schools in District
- 83
- District Rank
- #60 of 83
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