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#2596 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 36 Unionport
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8
1070 CASTLE HILL AVE, Bronx, NY 10472
Enrollment
694
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
694
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,596 of 4,742
In Bronx
#175 of 452
public schools
In district
#19 of 51
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8
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PS 36 Unionport
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About PS 36 Unionport
PS 36 Unionport is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8. PS 36 Unionport serves approximately 694 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 36 Unionport has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,596 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 36 Unionport show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 4.6
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
49% of students at PS 36 Unionport 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 36 Unionport — Students at PS 36 Unionport score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 31 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: 6.9/10.
How PS 36 Unionport Compares
See how PS 36 Unionport performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1070 CASTLE HILL AVE, Bronx, NY 10472
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 36 Unionport may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS/MS 194 (rated 6.3/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE (rated 6.1/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.0 mi | 6.9 |
| DR EMMETT W BASSETT SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| PS/MS 194 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| ST HELENA SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| PS 138 SAMUEL RANDALL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 3.7 |
| PUGSLEY PREPARATORY ACADEMY Bronx | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| PS 106 PARKCHESTER Bronx | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| GOTHAM COLLABORATIVE HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| MILLENIUM ART ACADEMY Bronx | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| BRONX COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| ANTONIA PANTOJA PREPARATORY ACADEMY - A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 3.6 |
| BRONX BRIDGES HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| BRONX COMPASS HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| ST RAYMOND HIGH SCHOOL FOR BOYS Bronx | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| JHS 127 CASTLE HILL (THE) Bronx | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| LINDEN TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| PS 583 Bronx | 0.5 mi | 3.0 |
| JHS 131 ALBERT EINSTEIN Bronx | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| SOUNDVIEW ACADEMY FOR CULTURE AND SCHOLARSHIP Bronx | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10472 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,125
Median Home Value
$632,500
Median Rent
$1,445/mo
Population
63,820
College Educated
13.6%
Homeownership
15.7%
Avg Commute
44.6 min
Poverty Rate
31.5%
Median Age
33.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHARLES A LINDBERGH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo, NY | 6.0 |
| DRYDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dryden, NY | 6.0 |
| ELM COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL Elmhurst, NY | 6.0 |
| EXPLORE EMPOWER CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 6.0 |
| G N CHAPMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Randolph, NY | 6.0 |
| GINTHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brockport, NY | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 36 Unionport
What grades does PS 36 Unionport serve?
PS 36 Unionport serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 36 Unionport?
PS 36 Unionport has an enrollment of approximately 694 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 36 Unionport?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 36 Unionport is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 36 Unionport rank in NY?
PS 36 Unionport ranks #2,596 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 36 Unionport's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 36 Unionport has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 36 Unionport?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 36 Unionport has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 36 Unionport a charter school?
No, PS 36 Unionport is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 36 Unionport a Title I school?
No, PS 36 Unionport is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 36 Unionport?
86.7% of students at PS 36 Unionport 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
- 694
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.6%
- Phone
- (718) 822-5345
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8- District Enrollment
- 24,000
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #19 of 51
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