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#3959 of 4,742 schools in NY

PS 30 Wilton

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7

510 E 141ST ST, Bronx, NY 10454

Enrollment

391

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

4.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,959 of 4,742

In Bronx

#345 of 452

public schools

In district

#35 of 40

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7

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4.4/10

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About PS 30 Wilton

PS 30 Wilton is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7. PS 30 Wilton serves approximately 391 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 30 Wilton has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,959 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for PS 30 Wilton show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

45% of students at PS 30 Wilton 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.54 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.4Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency13.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-41.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-47.1 pts
Overall Proficiency13% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-22.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile7th
Resources & Environment4.9Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Chronic Absenteeism45.3%

PS 30 Wilton — Students at PS 30 Wilton score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

99.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 25.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 26.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
69%
ELA
49%
2010
Math
40%
ELA
34%
2011
Math
40%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
8%
ELA
8%
2013
Math
17%
ELA
12%
2014
Math
14%
ELA
8%
2015
Math
9%
ELA
16%
2016
Math
20%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
18%
ELA
23%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
30%
ELA
30%
2021*
Math
30.8%
ELA
36.3%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
13.8%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How PS 30 Wilton Compares

See how PS 30 Wilton performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.4/10
17th percentile in NY
Academic
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
4.9/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
45.3%

Location

510 E 141ST ST, Bronx, NY 10454

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 30 Wilton may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MOTT HAVEN ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ACADEMIC LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 49 WILLIS AVENUE (rated 7.0/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.4 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10454 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$27,500

Median Home Value

$780,800

Median Rent

$1,064/mo

Population

40,368

College Educated

13.9%

Homeownership

6.4%

Avg Commute

39.4 min

Poverty Rate

42.8%

Median Age

33.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PS 30 Wilton

What grades does PS 30 Wilton serve?

PS 30 Wilton serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend PS 30 Wilton?

PS 30 Wilton has an enrollment of approximately 391 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 30 Wilton?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 30 Wilton is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 30 Wilton rank in NY?

PS 30 Wilton ranks #3,959 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is PS 30 Wilton's MySchoolScout rating?

PS 30 Wilton has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 30 Wilton?

Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 30 Wilton has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is PS 30 Wilton a charter school?

No, PS 30 Wilton is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 30 Wilton a Title I school?

No, PS 30 Wilton is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 30 Wilton?

99.2% of students at PS 30 Wilton qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
92 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
81 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
391
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bronx County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
45.3%

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