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#2380 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 277
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7
519 ST ANNS AVE, Bronx, NY 10455
Enrollment
323
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
323
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,380 of 4,742
In Bronx
#151 of 452
public schools
In district
#16 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7
Academic growth
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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PS 277
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About PS 277
PS 277 is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7. PS 277 serves approximately 323 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 277 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,380 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 277 show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at PS 277 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.
46% of students at PS 277 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 277 — Students at PS 277 score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.5%
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: 8.2/10.
How PS 277 Compares
See how PS 277 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
519 ST ANNS AVE, Bronx, NY 10455
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 277 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ACADEMIC LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is STOREFRONT ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PS 65 MOTHER HALE ACADEMY (rated 5.1/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.3 miNeighborhood 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
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| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BETTER LEARNING II Bronx, NY | 6.2 |
| BROOKSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Binghamton, NY | 6.2 |
| CANAL VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Spencerport, NY | 6.2 |
| DELAWARE ACADEMY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delhi, NY | 6.2 |
| ELMA PRIMARY SCHOOL Elma, NY | 6.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 277
What grades does PS 277 serve?
PS 277 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 277?
PS 277 has an enrollment of approximately 323 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 277?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 277 is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 277 rank in NY?
PS 277 ranks #2,380 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 277's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 277 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 277?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 277 has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 277 a charter school?
No, PS 277 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 277 a Title I school?
No, PS 277 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 277?
97.5% of students at PS 277 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
- 323
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.5%
- Phone
- (718) 292-3594
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7- District Enrollment
- 15,146
- Schools in District
- 41
- District Rank
- #16 of 40
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