Needs Improvement
#4675 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 35 Franz Siegel
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
261 E 163RD ST, Bronx, NY 10451
Enrollment
380
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
380
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,675 of 4,742
In Bronx
#442 of 452
public schools
In district
#69 of 69
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
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About PS 35 Franz Siegel
PS 35 Franz Siegel is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9. PS 35 Franz Siegel serves approximately 380 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 35 Franz Siegel has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,675 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 35 Franz Siegel show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 2.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
50% of students at PS 35 Franz Siegel 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 35 Franz Siegel — Students at PS 35 Franz Siegel score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 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: 1.8/10.
How PS 35 Franz Siegel Compares
See how PS 35 Franz Siegel performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
261 E 163RD ST, Bronx, NY 10451
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 35 Franz Siegel may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOUTH BRONX CLASSICAL CHARTER SCHOOL IV (rated 7.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FAMILY SCHOOL (THE) (rated 7.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GRANT AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10451 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$37,111
Median Home Value
$263,500
Median Rent
$1,269/mo
Population
48,975
College Educated
21.3%
Homeownership
13.6%
Avg Commute
42 min
Poverty Rate
32.1%
Median Age
36
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 35 Franz Siegel
What grades does PS 35 Franz Siegel serve?
PS 35 Franz Siegel serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend PS 35 Franz Siegel?
PS 35 Franz Siegel has an enrollment of approximately 380 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 35 Franz Siegel?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 35 Franz Siegel is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 35 Franz Siegel rank in NY?
PS 35 Franz Siegel ranks #4,675 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 35 Franz Siegel's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 35 Franz Siegel has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 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 35 Franz Siegel?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 35 Franz Siegel has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 35 Franz Siegel a charter school?
No, PS 35 Franz Siegel is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 35 Franz Siegel a Title I school?
No, PS 35 Franz Siegel is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 35 Franz Siegel?
98.2% of students at PS 35 Franz Siegel 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 380
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.3%
- Phone
- (718) 681-7214
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9- District Enrollment
- 26,766
- Schools in District
- 69
- District Rank
- #69 of 69
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