Below Average
#3893 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 28 Mount Hope
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
1861 ANTHONY AVE, Bronx, NY 10457
Enrollment
593
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
593
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,893 of 4,742
In Bronx
#338 of 452
public schools
In district
#59 of 69
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
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PS 28 Mount Hope
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About PS 28 Mount Hope
PS 28 Mount Hope is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9. PS 28 Mount Hope serves approximately 593 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 28 Mount Hope has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,893 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 28 Mount Hope show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
62% of students at PS 28 Mount Hope 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 28 Mount Hope — Students at PS 28 Mount Hope score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 30 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: 5.1/10.
How PS 28 Mount Hope Compares
See how PS 28 Mount Hope performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1861 ANTHONY AVE, Bronx, NY 10457
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 28 Mount Hope may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 236 LANGSTON HUGHES (rated 8.1/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 279 CAPT MANUEL RIVERA JR (rated 6.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MARGARET MARY SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST MARGARET MARY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.2 mi | 5.7 |
| IS 117 JOSEPH H WADE Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL OF THE BRONX Bronx | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| BRONX LEADERSHIP ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 58 Bronx | 0.3 mi | 3.8 |
| PS 70 MAX SCHOENFELD Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.0 |
| PS 163 ARTHUR A SCHOMBERG Bronx | 0.3 mi | 4.8 |
| PS 236 LANGSTON HUGHES Bronx | 0.3 mi | 8.1 |
| PS 279 CAPT MANUEL RIVERA JR Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| SCHOOL FOR ENVIRONMENTAL CITIZENSHIP Bronx | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR MATH SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Bronx | 0.5 mi | 3.9 |
| CRESTON ACADEMY Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 5 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| EAGLE ACADEMY FOR YOUNG MEN Bronx | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| PS 306 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| BRONX SCHOOL OF YOUNG LEADERS (THE) Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| IS 313 SCHOOL OF LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| IS 339 Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| ANGELO PATRI MIDDLE SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| THEATRE ARTS PRODUCTION COMPANY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10457 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,911
Median Home Value
$336,900
Median Rent
$1,400/mo
Population
79,375
College Educated
14.9%
Homeownership
6.2%
Avg Commute
44.6 min
Poverty Rate
34.1%
Median Age
31.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BAS MIKROH GIRLS SCHOOL Spring Valley, NY | 4.5 |
| BRONX DELTA SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 4.5 |
| BROOKLYN NEW SCHOOL-PS 146 (THE) Brooklyn, NY | 4.5 |
| BYRON-BERGEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bergen, NY | 4.5 |
| CALIFORNIA AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Uniondale, NY | 4.5 |
| CORINTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Corinth, NY | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 28 Mount Hope
What grades does PS 28 Mount Hope serve?
PS 28 Mount Hope serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 28 Mount Hope?
PS 28 Mount Hope has an enrollment of approximately 593 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 28 Mount Hope?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 28 Mount Hope is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 28 Mount Hope rank in NY?
PS 28 Mount Hope ranks #3,893 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 28 Mount Hope's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 28 Mount Hope has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 28 Mount Hope?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 28 Mount Hope has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 28 Mount Hope a charter school?
No, PS 28 Mount Hope is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 28 Mount Hope a Title I school?
No, PS 28 Mount Hope is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 28 Mount Hope?
95.1% of students at PS 28 Mount Hope 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
- 593
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 62.2%
- Phone
- (718) 583-6444
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9- District Enrollment
- 26,766
- Schools in District
- 69
- District Rank
- #59 of 69
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