Needs Improvement
#4585 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 723
School · NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75
3540 BIVONA ST, Bronx, NY 10475
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 426 schools in Bronx. Learn more
Enrollment
377
Student-Teacher
4.3:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
377
Student-Teacher
4.3:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,585 of 4,742
In Bronx
#426 of 452
public schools
In district
#57 of 58
NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75
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PS 723
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About PS 723
PS 723 is a public school in Bronx, NY, part of NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75. PS 723 serves approximately 377 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 4.3:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 723 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,585 of 4,742 schools in NY.
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.2
- NY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 4.3:1 students to teachers, PS 723 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
96% of students at PS 723 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How PS 723 Compares
See how PS 723 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3540 BIVONA ST, Bronx, NY 10475
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 723 may also want to explore other schools in the area. BAYCHESTER ACADEMY (rated 8.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BRONX HEALTH SCIENCES HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CAPITAL PREPARATORY BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY FOR SOCIAL ACTION Bronx | 0.1 mi | 4.6 |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY FOR SOCIAL ACTION MIDDLE SCHOOL (CASA) Bronx | 0.1 mi | 4.0 |
| GARVEY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| CAPITAL PREPARATORY BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 7.7 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BETTER LEARNING Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| BAYCHESTER ACADEMY Bronx | 0.4 mi | 8.7 |
| PS 111 SETON FALLS Bronx | 0.4 mi | 4.8 |
| CARDINAL SPELLMAN HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| PS 178 DR SELMAN WAKSMAN Bronx | 0.5 mi | 3.7 |
| MS 596 Bronx | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| PS 176 Bronx | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| IS 181 PABLO CASALS Bronx | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| BAYCHESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| ONE WORLD MIDDLE SCHOOL AT EDENWALD Bronx | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| BRONX ALLIANCE MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| HARRY S TRUMAN HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| BRONX HEALTH SCIENCES HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| MS 180 DR DANIEL HALE WILLIAMS Bronx | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 153 HELEN KELLER Bronx | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| PS 68 Bronx | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10475 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,383
Median Home Value
$31,900
Median Rent
$1,221/mo
Population
42,771
College Educated
27.6%
Homeownership
44.9%
Avg Commute
50.3 min
Poverty Rate
15.4%
Median Age
44.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BUFFALO ACADEMY OF SCIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL II Buffalo, NY | 3.1 |
| PS 23 AT QUEENS CHILDREN CENTER Bellerose, NY | 3.4 |
| CHARLOTTE VALLEY SCHOOL Davenport, NY | 3.0 |
| HARBOR SCIENCE AND ARTS CHARTER SCHOOL New York, NY | 3.5 |
| PS 140 Brooklyn, NY | 3.6 |
| PS 188 Bronx, NY | 3.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 723
What grades does PS 723 serve?
PS 723 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend PS 723?
PS 723 has an enrollment of approximately 377 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 723?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 723 is 4.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 723 rank in NY?
PS 723 ranks #4,585 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 723's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 723 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is PS 723 a charter school?
No, PS 723 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 723 a Title I school?
No, PS 723 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 723?
93.6% of students at PS 723 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 377
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 88
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.6%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 95.8%
- Phone
- (718) 320-1222
Resources & Links
District
NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75- Schools in District
- 59
- District Rank
- #57 of 58
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