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#3367 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 53 Basheer Quisim
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
360 E 168TH ST, Bronx, NY 10456
Enrollment
605
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
605
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,367 of 4,742
In Bronx
#267 of 452
public schools
In district
#44 of 69
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
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PS 53 Basheer Quisim
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About PS 53 Basheer Quisim
PS 53 Basheer Quisim is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9. PS 53 Basheer Quisim serves approximately 605 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 53 Basheer Quisim has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,367 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 53 Basheer Quisim show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
73% of students at PS 53 Basheer Quisim 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 53 Basheer Quisim — Students at PS 53 Basheer Quisim score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.2%
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: 6.6/10.
How PS 53 Basheer Quisim Compares
See how PS 53 Basheer Quisim performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
360 E 168TH ST, Bronx, NY 10456
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 53 Basheer Quisim may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOUTH BRONX CLASSICAL CHARTER SCHOOL III (rated 8.6/10, 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, HARRIET TUBMAN CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DREAM CHARTER SCHOOL HIGHBRIDGE Bronx | 0.0 mi | 5.4 |
| JHS 22 JORDAN L MOTT Bronx | 0.1 mi | 5.2 |
| BRONX WRITING ACADEMY Bronx | 0.1 mi | 5.5 |
| PS 88 S SILVERSTEIN LITTLE SPARROW SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 3.4 |
| PS 132 GARRETT A MORGAN Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| FAMILY LIFE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOLS HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | — |
| SOUTH BRONX COMMUNITY CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| NEW MILLENNIUM BRONX ACADEMY OF THE ARTS Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| SOUTH BRONX INTERNATIONAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| NEW PATHWAYS ACADEMY Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-BRONX 3 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| FAMILY SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| SHERIDAN ACADEMY FOR YOUNG LEADERS Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| HARRIET TUBMAN CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| SOUTH BRONX CLASSICAL CHARTER SCHOOL III Bronx | 0.4 mi | 8.6 |
| AECI II: NYC CHARTER HS Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.2 |
| BRONX HIGH SCHOOL OF BUSINESS Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| BRONX HIGH SCHOOL FOR MEDICAL SCIENCE Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| BRONX COLLEGIATE ACADEMY Bronx | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10456 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$35,676
Median Home Value
$428,800
Median Rent
$1,194/mo
Population
86,958
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
6.6%
Avg Commute
41 min
Poverty Rate
36.8%
Median Age
33.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACCOMPSETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Smithtown, NY | 5.2 |
| CAMBRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cambridge, 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 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 53 Basheer Quisim
What grades does PS 53 Basheer Quisim serve?
PS 53 Basheer Quisim serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 53 Basheer Quisim?
PS 53 Basheer Quisim has an enrollment of approximately 605 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 53 Basheer Quisim?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 53 Basheer Quisim is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 53 Basheer Quisim rank in NY?
PS 53 Basheer Quisim ranks #3,367 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 53 Basheer Quisim's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 53 Basheer Quisim 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 53 Basheer Quisim?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 53 Basheer Quisim has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 53 Basheer Quisim a charter school?
No, PS 53 Basheer Quisim is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 53 Basheer Quisim a Title I school?
No, PS 53 Basheer Quisim is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 53 Basheer Quisim?
97.2% of students at PS 53 Basheer Quisim 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
- 605
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 72.7%
- Phone
- (718) 681-7276
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9- District Enrollment
- 26,766
- Schools in District
- 69
- District Rank
- #44 of 69
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