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#4690 of 4,742 schools in NY

PS 76 Bennington School (the)

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11

900 ADEE AVE, Bronx, NY 10469

Enrollment

612

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

2.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,690 of 4,742

In Bronx

#444 of 452

public schools

In district

#62 of 62

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11

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PS 76 Bennington School (the)

2.6/10

Elementary School in Bronx · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About PS 76 Bennington School (the)

PS 76 Bennington School (the) is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11. PS 76 Bennington School (the) serves approximately 612 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 76 Bennington School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,690 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for PS 76 Bennington School (the) show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.6 pts below district
  • This school 2.6 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.2
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

53% of students at PS 76 Bennington School (the) 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.46 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.5Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency14.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency18.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-39.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-42.6 pts
Overall Proficiency16% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-23.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile8th
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.3:1
Chronic Absenteeism52.6%

PS 76 Bennington School (the) — Students at PS 76 Bennington School (the) score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

85.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 25.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 29.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
93%
ELA
70%
2010
Math
60%
ELA
49%
2011
Math
59%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
13%
ELA
19%
2013
Math
29%
ELA
17%
2014
Math
21%
ELA
16%
2015
Math
18%
ELA
19%
2016
Math
19%
ELA
21%
2017
Math
18%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
15%
ELA
23%
2019
Math
15%
ELA
23%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
10.3%
ELA
32.5%
2022
Math
14.4%
ELA
18.3%

* 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: 1.9/10.

How PS 76 Bennington School (the) Compares

See how PS 76 Bennington School (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
2.6/10
1th percentile in NY
Academic
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
85%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
54 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
52.6%

Location

900 ADEE AVE, Bronx, NY 10469

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 76 Bennington School (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LEARNING TREE CULTURAL CENTER INC (rated 7.1/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CITY OF FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.6 mi
School Distance Rating
LEARNING TREE CULTURAL CENTER INC Bronx 0.3 mi 7.1
HIGH SCHOOL FOR CONTEMPORARY ARTS Bronx 0.4 mi 5.9
BRONX AEROSPACE HIGH SCHOOL Bronx 0.4 mi 6.8
BRONX HIGH SCHOOL FOR WRITING AND COMMUNICATION ARTS Bronx 0.4 mi 7.0
BRONX LAB SCHOOL Bronx 0.4 mi 5.1
HIGH SCHOOL OF COMPUTERS AND TECHNOLOGY Bronx 0.4 mi 7.2
BRONX ACADEMY OF HEALTH CAREERS Bronx 0.4 mi 7.0
ST LUCY'S SCHOOL Bronx 0.5 mi 5.7
PS 89 Bronx 0.5 mi 6.1
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Bronx 0.5 mi 6.3
BRONX GREEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx 0.5 mi 5.4
PELHAM ACADEMY OF ACADEMICS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Bronx 0.5 mi 6.9
BRONX PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx 0.5 mi 6.4
PS 41 GUN HILL ROAD Bronx 0.5 mi 3.1
PELHAM PREPARATORY ACADEMY Bronx 0.7 mi 7.8
COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE FOR MATH AND SCIENCE Bronx 0.7 mi 7.9
ASTOR COLLEGIATE ACADEMY Bronx 0.7 mi 7.4
HIGH SCHOOL FOR LANGUAGE AND INNOVATION Bronx 0.7 mi 5.6
BRONXDALE HIGH SCHOOL Bronx 0.7 mi 5.6
CITY OF FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bronx 0.6 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10469 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,018

Median Home Value

$640,400

Median Rent

$1,653/mo

Population

69,855

College Educated

29.1%

Homeownership

50.6%

Avg Commute

43 min

Poverty Rate

15.1%

Median Age

39.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PS 76 Bennington School (the)

What grades does PS 76 Bennington School (the) serve?

PS 76 Bennington School (the) serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend PS 76 Bennington School (the)?

PS 76 Bennington School (the) has an enrollment of approximately 612 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 76 Bennington School (the)?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 76 Bennington School (the) is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 76 Bennington School (the) rank in NY?

PS 76 Bennington School (the) ranks #4,690 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is PS 76 Bennington School (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?

PS 76 Bennington School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 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 76 Bennington School (the)?

Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 76 Bennington School (the) has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is PS 76 Bennington School (the) a charter school?

No, PS 76 Bennington School (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 76 Bennington School (the) a Title I school?

No, PS 76 Bennington School (the) is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 76 Bennington School (the)?

85.1% of students at PS 76 Bennington School (the) 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
92 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
89 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
78 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
612
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
54
Free/Reduced Lunch
85.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bronx County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
52.6%

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