Needs Improvement
#4625 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 583
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8
1028 WHITE PLAINS RD, Bronx, NY 10472
Enrollment
442
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
442
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,625 of 4,742
In Bronx
#437 of 452
public schools
In district
#49 of 51
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8
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PS 583
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About PS 583
PS 583 is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8. PS 583 serves approximately 442 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 583 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #4,625 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 583 show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.6
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
53% of students at PS 583 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 583 — Students at PS 583 score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 8 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: 1.4/10.
How PS 583 Compares
See how PS 583 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1028 WHITE PLAINS RD, Bronx, NY 10472
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 583 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GRAND CONCOURSE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE (rated 6.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PUGSLEY PREPARATORY ACADEMY Bronx | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| DR EMMETT W BASSETT SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.2 mi | 5.8 |
| JHS 131 ALBERT EINSTEIN Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| SOUNDVIEW ACADEMY FOR CULTURE AND SCHOLARSHIP Bronx | 0.3 mi | 4.4 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - BRONX 4 Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 100 ISAAC CLASON Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.4 |
| GOTHAM COLLABORATIVE HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| MILLENIUM ART ACADEMY Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| BRONX COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| ANTONIA PANTOJA PREPARATORY ACADEMY - A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.6 |
| BRONX BRIDGES HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| BRONX COMPASS HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| GRAND CONCOURSE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| ST HELENA SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| PS 138 SAMUEL RANDALL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 3.7 |
| PS 182 Bronx | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 47 JOHN RANDOLPH Bronx | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| HOLY CROSS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10472 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,125
Median Home Value
$632,500
Median Rent
$1,445/mo
Population
63,820
College Educated
13.6%
Homeownership
15.7%
Avg Commute
44.6 min
Poverty Rate
31.5%
Median Age
33.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BUFFALO UNITED CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo, NY | 3.0 |
| CLYDE-SAVANNAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clyde, NY | 3.0 |
| FAMILY LIFE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 3.0 |
| FINN ACADEMY: AN ELMIRA CHARTER SCHOOL Elmira, NY | 3.0 |
| GIFFEN MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany, NY | 3.0 |
| KENNETH L RUTHERFORD SCHOOL Monticello, NY | 3.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 583
What grades does PS 583 serve?
PS 583 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 583?
PS 583 has an enrollment of approximately 442 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 583?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 583 is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 583 rank in NY?
PS 583 ranks #4,625 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 583's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 583 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 583?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 583 has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is PS 583 a charter school?
No, PS 583 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 583 a Title I school?
No, PS 583 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 583?
84.4% of students at PS 583 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
- 442
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.9%
- Phone
- (929) 348-4960
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8- District Enrollment
- 24,000
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #49 of 51
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