Below Average
#3895 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 78 Anne Hutchinson
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11
1400 NEEDHAM AVE, Bronx, NY 10469
Enrollment
586
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
586
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,895 of 4,742
In Bronx
#340 of 452
public schools
In district
#47 of 62
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11
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PS 78 Anne Hutchinson
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About PS 78 Anne Hutchinson
PS 78 Anne Hutchinson is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11. PS 78 Anne Hutchinson serves approximately 586 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 78 Anne Hutchinson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,895 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 78 Anne Hutchinson show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at PS 78 Anne Hutchinson sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
67% of students at PS 78 Anne Hutchinson 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 78 Anne Hutchinson — Students at PS 78 Anne Hutchinson score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.6%
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: 6.0/10.
How PS 78 Anne Hutchinson Compares
See how PS 78 Anne Hutchinson performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1400 NEEDHAM AVE, Bronx, NY 10469
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 78 Anne Hutchinson may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BAYCHESTER ACADEMY (rated 8.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUR LADY OF GRACE SCHOOL (rated 4.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PS 111 SETON FALLS (rated 4.8/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NEW COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bronx | 0.2 mi | 5.9 |
| SCO FAMILY SERVICES - THE CHRISTOPHER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | — |
| SCO FAMILY SERVICES - THE CHRISTOPHER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | — |
| OUR LADY OF GRACE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| PS 112 BRONXWOOD Bronx | 0.5 mi | 4.0 |
| NEW WORLD HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| BRONXWOOD PREPARATORY ACADEMY (THE) Bronx | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| ACAD-SCHOLARSHIP & ENTREPRENEURSHIP Bronx | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| NORTH BRONX SCHOOL OF EMPOWERMENT Bronx | 0.5 mi | 3.5 |
| LEADERS OF TOMORROW Bronx | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| CARDINAL SPELLMAN HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR CONTEMPORARY ARTS Bronx | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| BRONX AEROSPACE HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| BRONX HIGH SCHOOL FOR WRITING AND COMMUNICATION ARTS Bronx | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| BRONX LAB SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| HIGH SCHOOL OF COMPUTERS AND TECHNOLOGY Bronx | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| BRONX ACADEMY OF HEALTH CAREERS Bronx | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| BAYCHESTER ACADEMY Bronx | 0.6 mi | 8.7 |
| PS 121 THROOP Bronx | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| PS 111 SETON FALLS Bronx | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BAS MIKROH GIRLS SCHOOL Spring Valley, NY | 4.5 |
| BRONX DELTA SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 4.5 |
| BROOKLYN NEW SCHOOL-PS 146 (THE) Brooklyn, NY | 4.5 |
| BYRON-BERGEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bergen, NY | 4.5 |
| CALIFORNIA AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Uniondale, NY | 4.5 |
| CORINTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Corinth, NY | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 78 Anne Hutchinson
What grades does PS 78 Anne Hutchinson serve?
PS 78 Anne Hutchinson serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 78 Anne Hutchinson?
PS 78 Anne Hutchinson has an enrollment of approximately 586 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 78 Anne Hutchinson?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 78 Anne Hutchinson is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 78 Anne Hutchinson rank in NY?
PS 78 Anne Hutchinson ranks #3,895 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 78 Anne Hutchinson's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 78 Anne Hutchinson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 78 Anne Hutchinson?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 78 Anne Hutchinson has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 78 Anne Hutchinson a charter school?
No, PS 78 Anne Hutchinson is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 78 Anne Hutchinson a Title I school?
No, PS 78 Anne Hutchinson is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 78 Anne Hutchinson?
88.6% of students at PS 78 Anne Hutchinson 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
- 586
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 66.7%
- Phone
- (718) 652-1244
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11- District Enrollment
- 32,583
- Schools in District
- 62
- District Rank
- #47 of 62
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