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#4257 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 69 Journey Prep School
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8
560 THERIOT AVE, Bronx, NY 10473
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,257 of 4,742
In Bronx
#380 of 452
public schools
In district
#43 of 51
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8
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PS 69 Journey Prep School
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About PS 69 Journey Prep School
PS 69 Journey Prep School is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8. PS 69 Journey Prep School serves approximately 436 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 69 Journey Prep School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #4,257 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 69 Journey Prep School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.6
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
54% of students at PS 69 Journey Prep School 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 69 Journey Prep School — Students at PS 69 Journey Prep School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.2%
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: 3.7/10.
How PS 69 Journey Prep School Compares
See how PS 69 Journey Prep School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
560 THERIOT AVE, Bronx, NY 10473
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 69 Journey Prep School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GRAND CONCOURSE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 107 (rated 6.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - BRONX 4 (rated 6.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOLY CROSS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.0 mi | 5.7 |
| GRAND CONCOURSE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| PS 182 Bronx | 0.2 mi | 4.4 |
| WOMEN'S ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE Bronx | 0.3 mi | 8.0 |
| ARCHIMEDES ACAD-MATH SCI TECH Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| BRONX MATHEMATICS PREPARATORY SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 100 ISAAC CLASON Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.4 |
| JHS 131 ALBERT EINSTEIN Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| SOUNDVIEW ACADEMY FOR CULTURE AND SCHOLARSHIP Bronx | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - BRONX 4 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| 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 |
| PS 107 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 138 SAMUEL RANDALL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| PS 583 Bronx | 0.7 mi | 3.0 |
| DR EMMETT W BASSETT SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10473 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,609
Median Home Value
$586,800
Median Rent
$1,131/mo
Population
59,778
College Educated
23.8%
Homeownership
28.3%
Avg Commute
43.4 min
Poverty Rate
24.1%
Median Age
38.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BILINGUAL CENTER Buffalo, NY | 3.9 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 2 Bronx, NY | 3.9 |
| CHATEAUGAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chateaugay, NY | 3.9 |
| EDWARD WILLIAMS SCHOOL Mount Vernon, NY | 3.9 |
| F S BANFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Canton, NY | 3.9 |
| HARRY L EDSON SCHOOL Kingston, NY | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 69 Journey Prep School
What grades does PS 69 Journey Prep School serve?
PS 69 Journey Prep School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 69 Journey Prep School?
PS 69 Journey Prep School has an enrollment of approximately 436 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 69 Journey Prep School?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 69 Journey Prep School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 69 Journey Prep School rank in NY?
PS 69 Journey Prep School ranks #4,257 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 69 Journey Prep School's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 69 Journey Prep School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 69 Journey Prep School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 69 Journey Prep School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 69 Journey Prep School a charter school?
No, PS 69 Journey Prep School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 69 Journey Prep School a Title I school?
No, PS 69 Journey Prep School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 69 Journey Prep School?
89.2% of students at PS 69 Journey Prep School 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
- 436
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.1%
- Phone
- (718) 378-4736
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8- District Enrollment
- 24,000
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #43 of 51
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