Below Average
#3969 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 6 West Farms
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12
1000 E TREMONT AVE, Bronx, NY 10460
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,969 of 4,742
In Bronx
#355 of 452
public schools
In district
#33 of 46
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12
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PS 6 West Farms
Elementary School in Bronx · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 6 West Farms
PS 6 West Farms is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12. PS 6 West Farms serves approximately 399 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 6 West Farms has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,969 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 6 West Farms show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at PS 6 West Farms 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.
68% of students at PS 6 West Farms 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 6 West Farms — Students at PS 6 West Farms score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.7%
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: 6.1/10.
How PS 6 West Farms Compares
See how PS 6 West Farms performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1000 E TREMONT AVE, Bronx, NY 10460
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 6 West Farms may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FAIRMONT NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 67 MOHEGAN SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SAMARA COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VIDA BOGART SCHOOL FOR ALL CHILDREN (THE) Bronx | 0.0 mi | 5.0 |
| PS 214 Bronx | 0.2 mi | 3.9 |
| EMOLIOR ACADEMY Bronx | 0.2 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 67 MOHEGAN SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| EAST BRONX ACADEMY FOR THE FUTURE Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| MS 129 ACADEMY FOR INDEPENDENT LEARNING AND LEADERSHIP Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREPARATORY ACADEMY III Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND APPLIED LEARNING (THE) Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| WINGS ACADEMY Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| SAMARA COMMUNITY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| IS 318 MATH SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY THROUGH ARTS Bronx | 0.4 mi | 4.2 |
| FAIRMONT NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| PS 211 Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| CHILDREN'S AID COLLEGE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| PS 44 DAVID C FARRAGUT Bronx | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| COLIBRI COMMUNITY SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.5 mi | 2.0 |
| JHS 98 HERMAN RIDDER Bronx | 0.5 mi | 3.5 |
| EXPLORATIONS ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| BRONX ENVISION ACADEMY Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| HIGH SCHOOL OF WORLD CULTURES Bronx | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
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
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|---|---|
| CENTRAL VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Valley, NY | 4.4 |
| CIRCLEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Circleville, NY | 4.4 |
| CLINTON AVENUE SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station, NY | 4.4 |
| DELAWARE PRIMARY SCHOOL Syracuse, NY | 4.4 |
| DEWITT ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Webster, NY | 4.4 |
| DRAKE SCHOOL North Tonawanda, NY | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 6 West Farms
What grades does PS 6 West Farms serve?
PS 6 West Farms serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 6 West Farms?
PS 6 West Farms has an enrollment of approximately 399 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 6 West Farms?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 6 West Farms is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 6 West Farms rank in NY?
PS 6 West Farms ranks #3,969 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 6 West Farms's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 6 West Farms has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 6 West Farms?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 6 West Farms has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 6 West Farms a charter school?
No, PS 6 West Farms is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 6 West Farms a Title I school?
No, PS 6 West Farms is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 6 West Farms?
97.7% of students at PS 6 West Farms 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
- 399
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 68.2%
- Phone
- (718) 542-7676
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12- District Enrollment
- 17,376
- Schools in District
- 47
- District Rank
- #33 of 46
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