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#2608 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 536
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12
1827 ARCHER ST, Bronx, NY 10460
Enrollment
272
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
272
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,608 of 4,742
In Bronx
#187 of 452
public schools
In district
#11 of 46
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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PS 536
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About PS 536
PS 536 is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12. PS 536 serves approximately 272 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 536 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,608 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 536 show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 4.8
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at PS 536 sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
38% of students at PS 536 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 536 — Students at PS 536 score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 18 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.
How PS 536 Compares
See how PS 536 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1827 ARCHER ST, Bronx, NY 10460
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 536 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 2 (rated 8.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS/MS 498 VAN NEST ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ARCHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BRONX LITTLE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.0 mi | 3.8 |
| ARCHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.0 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 47 JOHN RANDOLPH Bronx | 0.4 mi | 4.8 |
| STEAM BRIDGE SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 2 Bronx | 0.6 mi | 3.9 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| WINGS ACADEMY Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| PS/MS 498 VAN NEST ACADEMY Bronx | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 2 Bronx | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| ST HELENA SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| PS 106 PARKCHESTER Bronx | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| ST RAYMOND HIGH SCHOOL FOR BOYS Bronx | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| PUGSLEY PREPARATORY ACADEMY Bronx | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| ST RAYMOND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| PS 583 Bronx | 0.8 mi | 3.0 |
| JHS 127 CASTLE HILL (THE) Bronx | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| LINDEN TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| MOTT HALL V Bronx | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| CINEMA SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| ST RAYMOND ACADEMY FOR GIRLS Bronx | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10460 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,067
Median Home Value
$589,300
Median Rent
$1,332/mo
Population
61,101
College Educated
15.2%
Homeownership
10.7%
Avg Commute
47 min
Poverty Rate
33.9%
Median Age
34.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BAY RIDGE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn, NY | 6.0 |
| BOLIVAR-RICHBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Richburg, NY | 6.0 |
| BRIDGEPORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bridgeport, NY | 6.0 |
| DUTCH LANE SCHOOL Hicksville, NY | 6.0 |
| ELLICOTTVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ellicottville, NY | 6.0 |
| IVAN LAFAYETTE EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL OF THE ARTS (THE) East Elmhurst, NY | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 536
What grades does PS 536 serve?
PS 536 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 536?
PS 536 has an enrollment of approximately 272 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 536?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 536 is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 536 rank in NY?
PS 536 ranks #2,608 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 536's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 536 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 536?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 536 has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
Is PS 536 a charter school?
No, PS 536 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 536 a Title I school?
No, PS 536 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 536?
94.1% of students at PS 536 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
- 272
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.2%
- Phone
- (718) 931-4270
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12- District Enrollment
- 17,376
- Schools in District
- 47
- District Rank
- #11 of 46
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