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#2383 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 71 Rose E Scala
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8
3040 ROBERTS AVE, Bronx, NY 10461
Enrollment
1,157
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
1,157
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,383 of 4,742
In Bronx
#154 of 452
public schools
In district
#16 of 51
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8
Equity
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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PS 71 Rose E Scala
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About PS 71 Rose E Scala
PS 71 Rose E Scala is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8. PS 71 Rose E Scala serves approximately 1,157 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 71 Rose E Scala has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,383 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 71 Rose E Scala show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 4.6
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at PS 71 Rose E Scala 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 71 Rose E Scala — Students at PS 71 Rose E Scala score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 40 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: 6.3/10.
How PS 71 Rose E Scala Compares
See how PS 71 Rose E Scala performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3040 ROBERTS AVE, Bronx, NY 10461
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 71 Rose E Scala may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 3 (rated 9.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 4 (rated 8.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 5 (rated 8.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| E MONROE NEW RENAISSANCE BASKETBALL Bronx | 0.1 mi | — |
| GREEK AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF NEW YORK Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| ST THERESA SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.1 |
| PS 721 STEPHEN MCSWEENEY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 3.5 |
| PS 14 SENATOR JOHN CALANDRA Bronx | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| HERBERT H LEHMAN HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| RENAISSANCE HIGH SCHOOL FOR MUSICAL THEATER AND THE ARTS Bronx | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| WESTCHESTER SQUARE ACADEMY Bronx | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| PELHAM LAB HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| SCHUYLERVILLE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| BRONX RIVER HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| VILLA MARIA ACADEMY Bronx | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| ST BENEDICT SCHOOL Bronx | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| PS 12 LEWIS AND CLARK SCHOOL Bronx | 0.8 mi | 3.5 |
| ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 3 Bronx | 1.0 mi | 9.0 |
| ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 4 Bronx | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 5 Bronx | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| MS 101 EDWARD R BYRNE Bronx | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| PS 304 EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL Bronx | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| PS 10 Bronx | 1.3 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10461 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,023
Median Home Value
$640,400
Median Rent
$1,741/mo
Population
50,900
College Educated
27.4%
Homeownership
31.4%
Avg Commute
42 min
Poverty Rate
16.8%
Median Age
38.5
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| FRENCH ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 6.2 |
| MEADOW HILL SCHOOL Newburgh, NY | 6.2 |
| GRAND CONCOURSE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 6.3 |
| PS 129 PATRICIA LARKIN College Point, NY | 6.3 |
| PS 226 ALFRED DE B MASON Brooklyn, NY | 6.3 |
| PS 50 TALFOURD LAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jamaica, NY | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 71 Rose E Scala
What grades does PS 71 Rose E Scala serve?
PS 71 Rose E Scala serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend PS 71 Rose E Scala?
PS 71 Rose E Scala has an enrollment of approximately 1,157 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 71 Rose E Scala?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 71 Rose E Scala 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 71 Rose E Scala rank in NY?
PS 71 Rose E Scala ranks #2,383 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 71 Rose E Scala's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 71 Rose E Scala has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 71 Rose E Scala?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 71 Rose E Scala has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 71 Rose E Scala a charter school?
No, PS 71 Rose E Scala is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 71 Rose E Scala a Title I school?
No, PS 71 Rose E Scala is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 71 Rose E Scala?
77.7% of students at PS 71 Rose E Scala 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,157
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 90
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.5%
- Phone
- (718) 822-5351
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8- District Enrollment
- 24,000
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #16 of 51
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