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#4691 of 4,742 schools in NY

PS 57 Crescent

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12

2111 CROTONA AVE, Bronx, NY 10457

Enrollment

356

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

2.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,691 of 4,742

In Bronx

#445 of 452

public schools

In district

#45 of 46

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12

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PS 57 Crescent

2.6/10

Elementary School in Bronx · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About PS 57 Crescent

PS 57 Crescent is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12. PS 57 Crescent serves approximately 356 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 57 Crescent has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,691 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for PS 57 Crescent show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.2 pts below district
  • This school 2.6 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.8
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

72% of students at PS 57 Crescent 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.96 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.2Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency19.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-36.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-41.2 pts
Overall Proficiency19% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-17.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile13th
Resources & Environment2.5Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.1:1
Chronic Absenteeism71.9%

PS 57 Crescent — Students at PS 57 Crescent score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

95.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 24.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 28.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
87%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
63%
ELA
45%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
41%
2012
Math
11%
ELA
18%
2013
Math
15%
ELA
17%
2014
Math
21%
ELA
20%
2015
Math
16%
ELA
21%
2016
Math
15%
ELA
19%
2017
Math
24%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
21%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
21%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
9.5%
ELA
31.8%
2022
Math
17.4%
ELA
19.7%

* 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: 2.3/10.

How PS 57 Crescent Compares

See how PS 57 Crescent performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
2.6/10
1th percentile in NY
Academic
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
2.5/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
95%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
71.9%

Location

2111 CROTONA AVE, Bronx, NY 10457

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 57 Crescent may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 23 NEW CHILDREN'S SCHOOL (THE) (rated 6.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 67 MOHEGAN SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 5 (rated 5.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10457 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$44,911

Median Home Value

$336,900

Median Rent

$1,400/mo

Population

79,375

College Educated

14.9%

Homeownership

6.2%

Avg Commute

44.6 min

Poverty Rate

34.1%

Median Age

31.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PS 57 Crescent

What grades does PS 57 Crescent serve?

PS 57 Crescent serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend PS 57 Crescent?

PS 57 Crescent has an enrollment of approximately 356 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 57 Crescent?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 57 Crescent is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 57 Crescent rank in NY?

PS 57 Crescent ranks #4,691 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is PS 57 Crescent's MySchoolScout rating?

PS 57 Crescent has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 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 57 Crescent?

Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 57 Crescent has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is PS 57 Crescent a charter school?

No, PS 57 Crescent is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 57 Crescent a Title I school?

No, PS 57 Crescent is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 57 Crescent?

95.2% of students at PS 57 Crescent qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
93 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
95 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
67 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
356
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
95.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bronx County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
71.9%

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