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PS 48 Joseph R Drake
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8
1290 SPOFFORD AVE, Bronx, NY 10474
Enrollment
459
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
2.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
459
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
2.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,701 of 4,742
In Bronx
#446 of 452
public schools
In district
#51 of 51
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8
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PS 48 Joseph R Drake
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About PS 48 Joseph R Drake
PS 48 Joseph R Drake is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8. PS 48 Joseph R Drake serves approximately 459 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 48 Joseph R Drake has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,701 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 48 Joseph R Drake show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 2.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.6
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
79% of students at PS 48 Joseph R Drake 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 48 Joseph R Drake — Students at PS 48 Joseph R Drake score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.6%
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: 3.2/10.
How PS 48 Joseph R Drake Compares
See how PS 48 Joseph R Drake performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1290 SPOFFORD AVE, Bronx, NY 10474
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 48 Joseph R Drake may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOUTH BRONX CLASSICAL CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 7 (rated 7.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BOLD CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST IGNATIUS SCHOOL Bronx | 0.1 mi | 6.3 |
| BRONX ACADEMY FOR MULTI-MEDIA Bronx | 0.1 mi | 4.9 |
| LEADERS IN OUR NEIGHBORHOOD CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.1 mi | 5.5 |
| EMBLAZE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS Bronx | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| PS 75 SCHOOL OF RESEARCH AND DISCOVERY Bronx | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| BRONX STUDIO SCHOOL FOR WRITERS AND ARTISTS Bronx | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| ST ATHANASIUS SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| BRONX ARENA HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| SCHOOL OF PERFORMING ARTS Bronx | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| ACCION ACADEMY Bronx | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| SOUTH BRONX CLASSICAL CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| LONGWOOD PREPARATORY ACADEMY Bronx | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 152 EVERGREEN Bronx | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
| BOLD CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| PS 93 ALBERT G OLIVER Bronx | 0.8 mi | 2.6 |
| ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 7 Bronx | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| LONGWOOD ACADEMY OF DISCOVERY (THE) Bronx | 0.7 mi | 3.0 |
| PS 62 INOCENSIO CASANOVA Bronx | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| PHAROS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10474 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,279
Median Rent
$1,406/mo
Population
11,188
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
8.4%
Avg Commute
41.8 min
Poverty Rate
31.5%
Median Age
32
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BELLAMY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rome, NY | 2.5 |
| FAIRGRIEVE SCHOOL Fulton, NY | 2.6 |
| HARLEM LINK CHARTER SCHOOL New York, NY | 2.6 |
| MAPLE AVENUE SCHOOL Niagara Falls, NY | 2.4 |
| MEACHEM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse, NY | 2.4 |
| PORT RICHMOND SCHOOL FOR VISIONARY LEARNING Staten Island, NY | 2.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 48 Joseph R Drake
What grades does PS 48 Joseph R Drake serve?
PS 48 Joseph R Drake serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 48 Joseph R Drake?
PS 48 Joseph R Drake has an enrollment of approximately 459 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 48 Joseph R Drake?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 48 Joseph R Drake is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 48 Joseph R Drake rank in NY?
PS 48 Joseph R Drake ranks #4,701 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 48 Joseph R Drake's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 48 Joseph R Drake has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 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 48 Joseph R Drake?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 48 Joseph R Drake has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 48 Joseph R Drake a charter school?
No, PS 48 Joseph R Drake is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 48 Joseph R Drake a Title I school?
No, PS 48 Joseph R Drake is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 48 Joseph R Drake?
94.6% of students at PS 48 Joseph R Drake 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
- 459
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 78.6%
- Phone
- (718) 589-4312
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8- District Enrollment
- 24,000
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #51 of 51
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