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PS 59 Community School of Technology (the)

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10

2185 BATHGATE AVE, Bronx, NY 10457

Enrollment

374

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

2.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,721 of 4,742

In Bronx

#448 of 452

public schools

In district

#81 of 83

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10

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PS 59 Community School of Technology (the)

2.2/10

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

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About PS 59 Community School of Technology (the)

PS 59 Community School of Technology (the) is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10. PS 59 Community School of Technology (the) serves approximately 374 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 59 Community School of Technology (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,721 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for PS 59 Community School of Technology (the) show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.7 pts below district
  • This school 2.2 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.9
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

81% of students at PS 59 Community School of Technology (the) 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 Progress2.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.79 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.0Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency10.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-43.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-50.3 pts
Overall Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-24.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile5th
Resources & Environment1.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.3:1
Chronic Absenteeism80.5%

PS 59 Community School of Technology (the) — Students at PS 59 Community School of Technology (the) score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

99.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 24.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
50.7% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 18.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 33 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
84%
ELA
53%
2010
Math
49%
ELA
34%
2011
Math
49%
ELA
31%
2012
Math
14%
ELA
7%
2013
Math
19%
ELA
6%
2014
Math
18%
ELA
11%
2015
Math
15%
ELA
13%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
15%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
18%
2018
Math
16%
ELA
18%
2019
Math
16%
ELA
18%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
15.3%
2022
Math
10.3%
ELA
10.6%

* 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: 2.5/10.

How PS 59 Community School of Technology (the) Compares

See how PS 59 Community School of Technology (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
2.2/10
1th percentile in NY
Academic
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
1.9/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
80.5%

Location

2185 BATHGATE AVE, Bronx, NY 10457

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 59 Community School of Technology (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OUR LADY OF MT CARMEL SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 23 NEW CHILDREN'S SCHOOL (THE) (rated 6.6/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 209 (rated 6.2/10, 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
PS 23 NEW CHILDREN'S SCHOOL (THE) Bronx 0.1 mi 6.6
PS 159 LUIS MUMOZ MARIN BILING Bronx 0.2 mi 5.4
PS 3 RAUL JULIA MICRO SOCIETY Bronx 0.2 mi 5.2
ANGELO PATRI MIDDLE SCHOOL (THE) Bronx 0.2 mi 5.8
THEATRE ARTS PRODUCTION COMPANY SCHOOL Bronx 0.2 mi 4.4
JHS 118 WILLIAM W NILES Bronx 0.3 mi 6.4
PROVIDING URBAN LEARNERS SUCCESS IN EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL Bronx 0.3 mi 6.2
PS 163 ARTHUR A SCHOMBERG Bronx 0.3 mi 4.8
PS 209 Bronx 0.3 mi 6.2
PS 85 GREAT EXPECTATIONS Bronx 0.4 mi 5.6
BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 5 Bronx 0.4 mi 5.7
PS 9 RYER AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx 0.4 mi 5.3
PS 57 CRESCENT Bronx 0.4 mi 2.6
FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY V MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx 0.4 mi 3.9
CARDINAL MCCLOSKEY COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx 0.3 mi 3.8
IS 254 Bronx 0.4 mi 5.0
OUR LADY OF MT CARMEL SCHOOL Bronx 0.5 mi 6.8
BRONX STEM AND ARTS ACADEMY (THE) Bronx 0.4 mi 1.9
PS 32 BELMONT Bronx 0.4 mi 2.3
ZETA CHARTER SCHOOL - BRONXTREMONT PARK Bronx 0.5 mi 3.9

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 59 Community School of Technology (the)

What grades does PS 59 Community School of Technology (the) serve?

PS 59 Community School of Technology (the) serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend PS 59 Community School of Technology (the)?

PS 59 Community School of Technology (the) has an enrollment of approximately 374 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 59 Community School of Technology (the)?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 59 Community School of Technology (the) is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 59 Community School of Technology (the) rank in NY?

PS 59 Community School of Technology (the) ranks #4,721 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is PS 59 Community School of Technology (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?

PS 59 Community School of Technology (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.2 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 59 Community School of Technology (the)?

Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 59 Community School of Technology (the) has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is PS 59 Community School of Technology (the) a charter school?

No, PS 59 Community School of Technology (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 59 Community School of Technology (the) a Title I school?

No, PS 59 Community School of Technology (the) is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 59 Community School of Technology (the)?

99.2% of students at PS 59 Community School of Technology (the) 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
97 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
65 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
374
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bronx County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
80.5%

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