Needs Improvement
#4626 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 63 Author's Academy
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
1260 FRANKLIN AVE, Bronx, NY 10456
Enrollment
405
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
405
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,626 of 4,742
In Bronx
#438 of 452
public schools
In district
#68 of 69
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
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About PS 63 Author's Academy
PS 63 Author's Academy is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9. PS 63 Author's Academy serves approximately 405 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 63 Author's Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #4,626 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 63 Author's Academy show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
51% of students at PS 63 Author's Academy 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 63 Author's Academy — Students at PS 63 Author's Academy score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.9/10.
How PS 63 Author's Academy Compares
See how PS 63 Author's Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1260 FRANKLIN AVE, Bronx, NY 10456
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 63 Author's Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. URBAN SCHOLARS COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARRIET TUBMAN CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 186 WALTER J DAMROSCH SCHOOL (rated 4.0/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10456 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$35,676
Median Home Value
$428,800
Median Rent
$1,194/mo
Population
86,958
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
6.6%
Avg Commute
41 min
Poverty Rate
36.8%
Median Age
33.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 63 Author's Academy
What grades does PS 63 Author's Academy serve?
PS 63 Author's Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 63 Author's Academy?
PS 63 Author's Academy has an enrollment of approximately 405 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 63 Author's Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 63 Author's Academy is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 63 Author's Academy rank in NY?
PS 63 Author's Academy ranks #4,626 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 63 Author's Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 63 Author's Academy 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 63 Author's Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 63 Author's Academy has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 63 Author's Academy a charter school?
No, PS 63 Author's Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 63 Author's Academy a Title I school?
No, PS 63 Author's Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 63 Author's Academy?
97.5% of students at PS 63 Author's Academy 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
- 405
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.1%
- Phone
- (718) 589-3058
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9- District Enrollment
- 26,766
- Schools in District
- 69
- District Rank
- #68 of 69
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