Below Average
#4206 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 62 Inocensio Casanova
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8
660 FOX ST, Bronx, NY 10455
Enrollment
440
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
440
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,206 of 4,742
In Bronx
#372 of 452
public schools
In district
#41 of 51
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8
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PS 62 Inocensio Casanova
Elementary School in Bronx · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 62 Inocensio Casanova
PS 62 Inocensio Casanova is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8. PS 62 Inocensio Casanova serves approximately 440 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 62 Inocensio Casanova has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #4,206 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 62 Inocensio Casanova show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 4.6
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
62% of students at PS 62 Inocensio Casanova 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 62 Inocensio Casanova — Students at PS 62 Inocensio Casanova 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
96.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 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: 4.9/10.
How PS 62 Inocensio Casanova Compares
See how PS 62 Inocensio Casanova performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
660 FOX ST, Bronx, NY 10455
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 62 Inocensio Casanova may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST ANSELM PAROCHIAL SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is STOREFRONT ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 161 JUAN PONCE DE LEON SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| MS 302 LUISA DESSUS CRUZ Bronx | 0.2 mi | 4.7 |
| GIRLS PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL OF THE BRONX Bronx | 0.2 mi | 5.3 |
| PS 130 ABRAM STEVENS HEWITT Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| LONGWOOD PREPARATORY ACADEMY Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 161 JUAN PONCE DE LEON SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 25 BILINGUAL SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 4.2 |
| ST ANSELM PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| SOUTH BRONX EARLY COLLEGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.9 |
| ST ATHANASIUS SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.8 |
| LONGWOOD ACADEMY OF DISCOVERY (THE) Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.0 |
| SOUTH BRONX ACADEMY FOR APPLIED MEDIA Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| ACADEMY OF PUBLIC RELATIONS Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| JILL CHAIFETZ TRANSFER HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| PS 17 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.6 |
| MOTT HAVEN COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| HERO HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 5 PORT MORRIS Bronx | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| NEW VISIONS CHTR HS-ADV MA/SCI II Bronx | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| NEW VISIONS CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE HUMANITIES II Bronx | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| STOREFRONT ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10455 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,701
Median Home Value
$348,700
Median Rent
$1,130/mo
Population
42,940
College Educated
16.1%
Homeownership
10.3%
Avg Commute
40.8 min
Poverty Rate
33%
Median Age
33.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ARTHUR P MOMOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plattsburgh, NY | 4.0 |
| BENNETT PARK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Buffalo, NY | 4.0 |
| BROOKHAVEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brookhaven, NY | 4.0 |
| DONLIN DRIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Liverpool, NY | 4.0 |
| DURAND-EASTMAN INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 4.0 |
| E J RUSSELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pine Bush, NY | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 62 Inocensio Casanova
What grades does PS 62 Inocensio Casanova serve?
PS 62 Inocensio Casanova serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 62 Inocensio Casanova?
PS 62 Inocensio Casanova has an enrollment of approximately 440 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 62 Inocensio Casanova?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 62 Inocensio Casanova is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 62 Inocensio Casanova rank in NY?
PS 62 Inocensio Casanova ranks #4,206 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 62 Inocensio Casanova's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 62 Inocensio Casanova has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 62 Inocensio Casanova?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 62 Inocensio Casanova has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 62 Inocensio Casanova a charter school?
No, PS 62 Inocensio Casanova is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 62 Inocensio Casanova a Title I school?
No, PS 62 Inocensio Casanova is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 62 Inocensio Casanova?
96.6% of students at PS 62 Inocensio Casanova 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
- 440
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 61.6%
- Phone
- (718) 585-1617
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8- District Enrollment
- 24,000
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #41 of 51
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