Below Average
#4208 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 396
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10
1930 ANDREWS AVE, Bronx, NY 10453
Enrollment
218
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
218
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,208 of 4,742
In Bronx
#374 of 452
public schools
In district
#70 of 83
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10
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PS 396
Elementary School in Bronx · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 396
PS 396 is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10. PS 396 serves approximately 218 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 5.6:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 396 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #4,208 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 396 show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 4.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 5.6:1 students to teachers, PS 396 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
36% of students at PS 396 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 396 — Students at PS 396 score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.1/10.
How PS 396 Compares
See how PS 396 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1930 ANDREWS AVE, Bronx, NY 10453
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 396 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 236 LANGSTON HUGHES (rated 8.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 204 MORRIS HEIGHTS (rated 7.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MARGARET MARY SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MS 390 Bronx | 0.0 mi | 6.2 |
| CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL FOR LAW AND SOCIAL JUSTICE Bronx | 0.1 mi | 4.7 |
| PS 226 Bronx | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| PS 306 Bronx | 0.2 mi | 5.3 |
| BRONX SCHOOL OF YOUNG LEADERS (THE) Bronx | 0.2 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 204 MORRIS HEIGHTS Bronx | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| HOPE ACADEMY OF THE BRONX Bronx | 0.4 mi | — |
| IS 303 LEADERSHIP & COMMUNITY SERVICE Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| IS 232 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| ACADEMY FOR LANGUAGE AND TECHNOLOGY Bronx | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| PS 291 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.8 |
| PS 15 INSTITUTE FOR ENVIRONMENTAL LEARNING Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| PS 91 Bronx | 0.3 mi | 3.4 |
| PS 236 LANGSTON HUGHES Bronx | 0.4 mi | 8.1 |
| PS 109 SEDGWICK Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.1 |
| IS 117 JOSEPH H WADE Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL OF THE BRONX Bronx | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| ST MARGARET MARY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| IS 229 ROLAND PATTERSON Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| NEW AMERICAN ACADEMY AT ROBERTO CLEMENTE STATE PARK (THE) Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10453 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$35,482
Median Home Value
$580,100
Median Rent
$1,393/mo
Population
78,270
College Educated
14.5%
Homeownership
4.9%
Avg Commute
42.9 min
Poverty Rate
33.7%
Median Age
34.7
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|---|---|
| PS 309 GEORGE E WIBECAN PREPARATORY ACADEMY (THE) Brooklyn, NY | 4.0 |
| PS 335 GRANVILLE T WOODS Brooklyn, NY | 4.0 |
| SALMON RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Covington, NY | 4.0 |
| YONKERS EARLY CHILDHOOD ACADEMY Yonkers, NY | 4.0 |
| ARBOR HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany, NY | 4.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 396
What grades does PS 396 serve?
PS 396 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 396?
PS 396 has an enrollment of approximately 218 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 396?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 396 is 5.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 396 rank in NY?
PS 396 ranks #4,208 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 396's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 396 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 396?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 396 has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 396 a charter school?
No, PS 396 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 396 a Title I school?
No, PS 396 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 396?
93.1% of students at PS 396 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
- 218
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.8%
- Phone
- (718) 294-0862
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10- District Enrollment
- 43,655
- Schools in District
- 83
- District Rank
- #70 of 83
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