Below Average
#3688 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 8 Luis Belliard
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6
465 W 167TH ST, New York, NY 10032
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,688 of 4,742
In New York
#289 of 346
public schools
In district
#40 of 45
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6
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PS 8 Luis Belliard
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About PS 8 Luis Belliard
PS 8 Luis Belliard is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6. PS 8 Luis Belliard serves approximately 337 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 8 Luis Belliard has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,688 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 8 Luis Belliard show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 6.1
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at PS 8 Luis Belliard 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.
55% of students at PS 8 Luis Belliard 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 8 Luis Belliard — Students at PS 8 Luis Belliard score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95%
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: 6.4/10.
How PS 8 Luis Belliard Compares
See how PS 8 Luis Belliard performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
465 W 167TH ST, New York, NY 10032
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 8 Luis Belliard may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 173 (rated 7.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SCHOOL IN THE SQUARE PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KIPP NYC WASHINGTON HEIGHTS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MS 319 MARIE TERESA New York | 0.0 mi | 5.2 |
| MS 324 PATRIA MIRABAL New York | 0.0 mi | 5.3 |
| KIPP NYC WASHINGTON HEIGHTS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL New York | 0.0 mi | 7.2 |
| GREGORIO LUPERON HIGH SCHOOL FOR SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS New York | 0.1 mi | 7.4 |
| MOTT HALL SCHOOL (THE) New York | 0.2 mi | 7.6 |
| COMMUNITY MATH AND SCIENCE PREP New York | 0.2 mi | 5.3 |
| PS 128 AUDUBON New York | 0.2 mi | 5.5 |
| CASTLE BRIDGE SCHOOL New York | 0.2 mi | 5.7 |
| WHIN MUSIC COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL New York | 0.2 mi | 2.9 |
| INCARNATION SCHOOL New York | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| PS 4 DUKE ELLINGTON New York | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| PS 173 New York | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| PS 115 ALEXANDER HUMBOLDT New York | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| PS 46 ARTHUR TAPPAN New York | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| NUASIN NEXT GENERATION CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| COMMUNITY HEALTH ACADEMY OF THE HEIGHTS New York | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| HIGHBRIDGE GREEN SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 126 DR MARJORIE H DUNBAR Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| PS 28 WRIGHT BROTHERS New York | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| SCHOOL IN THE SQUARE PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL New York | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10032 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,588
Median Home Value
$545,500
Median Rent
$1,546/mo
Population
55,579
College Educated
39.8%
Homeownership
8.3%
Avg Commute
39.4 min
Poverty Rate
20.1%
Median Age
38.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ABRAM LANSING SCHOOL Cohoes, NY | 4.8 |
| CHENANGO BRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Binghamton, NY | 4.8 |
| ELIZABETH CADY STANTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seneca Falls, NY | 4.8 |
| ELM STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Waverly, NY | 4.8 |
| GREGORY JOCKO JACKSON-SPORTS-ARTS Brooklyn, NY | 4.8 |
| HOLBROOK ROAD SCHOOL Centereach, NY | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 8 Luis Belliard
What grades does PS 8 Luis Belliard serve?
PS 8 Luis Belliard serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 8 Luis Belliard?
PS 8 Luis Belliard has an enrollment of approximately 337 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 8 Luis Belliard?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 8 Luis Belliard is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 8 Luis Belliard rank in NY?
PS 8 Luis Belliard ranks #3,688 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 8 Luis Belliard's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 8 Luis Belliard has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 8 Luis Belliard?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 8 Luis Belliard has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 8 Luis Belliard a charter school?
No, PS 8 Luis Belliard is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 8 Luis Belliard a Title I school?
No, PS 8 Luis Belliard is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 8 Luis Belliard?
95.0% of students at PS 8 Luis Belliard 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
- 337
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.9%
- Phone
- (212) 928-4157
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6- District Enrollment
- 17,940
- Schools in District
- 45
- District Rank
- #40 of 45
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