Below Average
#4098 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 25 Bilingual School
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7
811 E 149TH ST, Bronx, NY 10455
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,098 of 4,742
In Bronx
#364 of 452
public schools
In district
#39 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7
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PS 25 Bilingual School
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About PS 25 Bilingual School
PS 25 Bilingual School is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7. PS 25 Bilingual School serves approximately 421 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 25 Bilingual School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,098 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 25 Bilingual School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
49% of students at PS 25 Bilingual School 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 25 Bilingual School — Students at PS 25 Bilingual School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.4%
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: 4.8/10.
How PS 25 Bilingual School Compares
See how PS 25 Bilingual School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
811 E 149TH ST, Bronx, NY 10455
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 25 Bilingual School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST ANSELM PAROCHIAL SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NEIGHBORHOOD CHARTER SCHOOL-BRONX (rated 7.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, STOREFRONT ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 161 JUAN PONCE DE LEON SCHOOL Bronx | 0.1 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 5 PORT MORRIS Bronx | 0.2 mi | 4.5 |
| MOTT HAVEN COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.2 mi | 7.4 |
| HERO HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| ST ANSELM PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Bronx | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| STOREFRONT ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.2 mi | 6.8 |
| JM RAPPORT SCHOOL FOR CAREER DEVELOPMENT Bronx | 0.2 mi | 3.1 |
| UNIVERSITY PREP CHARTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.2 mi | 3.9 |
| NEIGHBORHOOD CHARTER SCHOOL-BRONX Bronx | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| MS 302 LUISA DESSUS CRUZ Bronx | 0.3 mi | 4.7 |
| GIRLS PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL OF THE BRONX Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| AMERICAN DREAM CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| SOUTH BRONX EARLY COLLEGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.9 |
| PS 62 INOCENSIO CASANOVA Bronx | 0.3 mi | 4.0 |
| SOUTH BRONX ACADEMY FOR APPLIED MEDIA Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| ACADEMY OF PUBLIC RELATIONS Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| JILL CHAIFETZ TRANSFER HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| PS 17 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.6 |
| PS 130 ABRAM STEVENS HEWITT Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| HOSTOS-LINCOLN ACADEMY OF SCIENCE Bronx | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10455 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,701
Median Home Value
$348,700
Median Rent
$1,130/mo
Population
42,940
College Educated
16.1%
Homeownership
10.3%
Avg Commute
40.8 min
Poverty Rate
33%
Median Age
33.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A A GATES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Byron, NY | 4.2 |
| BOYLE ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station, NY | 4.2 |
| CATHERINE M MCNAMARA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwinsville, NY | 4.2 |
| CHAMBERS SCHOOL Kingston, NY | 4.2 |
| CONNOLLY SCHOOL Glen Cove, NY | 4.2 |
| EAST NEW YORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Brooklyn, NY | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 25 Bilingual School
What grades does PS 25 Bilingual School serve?
PS 25 Bilingual School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 25 Bilingual School?
PS 25 Bilingual School has an enrollment of approximately 421 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 25 Bilingual School?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 25 Bilingual School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 25 Bilingual School rank in NY?
PS 25 Bilingual School ranks #4,098 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 25 Bilingual School's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 25 Bilingual School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 25 Bilingual School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 25 Bilingual School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 25 Bilingual School a charter school?
No, PS 25 Bilingual School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 25 Bilingual School a Title I school?
No, PS 25 Bilingual School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 25 Bilingual School?
97.4% of students at PS 25 Bilingual School 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
- 421
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.7%
- Phone
- (718) 292-2995
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7- District Enrollment
- 15,146
- Schools in District
- 41
- District Rank
- #39 of 40
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