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#3371 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 33 Timothy Dwight
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10
2424 JEROME AVE, Bronx, NY 10468
Enrollment
795
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
795
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,371 of 4,742
In Bronx
#271 of 452
public schools
In district
#50 of 83
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10
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PS 33 Timothy Dwight
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About PS 33 Timothy Dwight
PS 33 Timothy Dwight is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10. PS 33 Timothy Dwight serves approximately 795 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 33 Timothy Dwight has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,371 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 33 Timothy Dwight show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 4.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at PS 33 Timothy Dwight 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 33 Timothy Dwight — Students at PS 33 Timothy Dwight score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.1%
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: 6.3/10.
How PS 33 Timothy Dwight Compares
See how PS 33 Timothy Dwight performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2424 JEROME AVE, Bronx, NY 10468
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 33 Timothy Dwight may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KIPP BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL II (rated 6.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 279 CAPT MANUEL RIVERA JR (rated 6.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 209 (rated 6.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ACADEMY FOR PERSONAL LEADERSHIP AND EXCELLENCE Bronx | 0.2 mi | 6.4 |
| KIPP FREEDOM CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 4.8 |
| IS 206 ANN MERSEREAU Bronx | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| PS 9 RYER AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| PS 209 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| 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 |
| PS 85 GREAT EXPECTATIONS Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| PS 246 POE CENTER Bronx | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| GIRLS PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL OF THE BRONX II Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| PS 279 CAPT MANUEL RIVERA JR Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 91 Bronx | 0.5 mi | 3.4 |
| ANGELO PATRI MIDDLE SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| THEATRE ARTS PRODUCTION COMPANY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| KIPP BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL II Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| HOPE ACADEMY OF THE BRONX Bronx | 0.5 mi | — |
| PS 340 Bronx | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| PS 86 KINGSBRIDGE HEIGHTS Bronx | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| PS 291 Bronx | 0.5 mi | 3.8 |
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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| ACCOMPSETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Smithtown, NY | 5.2 |
| CHIPPEWA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Holtsville, NY | 5.2 |
| COHEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmira Heights, NY | 5.2 |
| FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse, NY | 5.2 |
| GEORGE WASHINGTON SCHOOL White Plains, NY | 5.2 |
| LORRAINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo, NY | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 33 Timothy Dwight
What grades does PS 33 Timothy Dwight serve?
PS 33 Timothy Dwight serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 33 Timothy Dwight?
PS 33 Timothy Dwight has an enrollment of approximately 795 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 33 Timothy Dwight?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 33 Timothy Dwight is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 33 Timothy Dwight rank in NY?
PS 33 Timothy Dwight ranks #3,371 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 33 Timothy Dwight's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 33 Timothy Dwight has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 33 Timothy Dwight?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 33 Timothy Dwight has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 33 Timothy Dwight a charter school?
No, PS 33 Timothy Dwight is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 33 Timothy Dwight a Title I school?
No, PS 33 Timothy Dwight is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 33 Timothy Dwight?
92.1% of students at PS 33 Timothy Dwight 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
- 795
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.5%
- Phone
- (929) 458-3868
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10- District Enrollment
- 43,655
- Schools in District
- 83
- District Rank
- #50 of 83
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