Needs Improvement
#4528 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 811
High School · NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75
1434 LONGFELLOW AVE, Bronx, NY 10459
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 426 schools in Bronx. Learn more
Enrollment
599
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
3.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
599
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
3.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,528 of 4,742
In Bronx
#422 of 452
public schools
In district
#53 of 58
NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75
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PS 811
High School in Bronx · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 811
PS 811 is a public high school in Bronx, NY, part of NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75. PS 811 serves approximately 599 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 6.3:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 811 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,528 of 4,742 schools in NY.
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.6
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 6.3:1 students to teachers, PS 811 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
72% of students at PS 811 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
95.7%
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 811 Compares
See how PS 811 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1434 LONGFELLOW AVE, Bronx, NY 10459
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 811 may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PAN AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AT MONROE (rated 7.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HIGH SCHOOL OF WORLD CULTURES (rated 7.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EXPLORATIONS ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 0.4 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 |
|---|---|---|
| PS 66 SCHOOL OF HIGHER EXPECTATIONS Bronx | 0.0 mi | 4.5 |
| FANNIE LOU HAMER MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.1 mi | 4.3 |
| FANNIE LOU HAMER FREEDOM HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.1 mi | 6.0 |
| FAIRMONT NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL Bronx | 0.2 mi | 6.8 |
| SAMARA COMMUNITY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.2 mi | 5.9 |
| EAST BRONX ACADEMY FOR THE FUTURE Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| JHS 98 HERMAN RIDDER Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.5 |
| EXPLORATIONS ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| BRONX ENVISION ACADEMY Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| PS 134 GEORGE F BRISTOW Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.4 |
| BOLD CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| PS 61 FRANCISCO OLLER Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| ESMT-IS 190 Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| HIGH SCHOOL OF WORLD CULTURES Bronx | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| PAN AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AT MONROE Bronx | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| METROPOLITAN SOUNDVIEW HIGH SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| URBAN ASSEMBLY CHARTER SCHOOL FOR COMPUTER SCIENCE Bronx | 0.4 mi | — |
| PS 150 CHARLES JAMES FOX Bronx | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| PS 75 SCHOOL OF RESEARCH AND DISCOVERY Bronx | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| IS 318 MATH SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY THROUGH ARTS Bronx | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10459 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$39,276
Median Home Value
$589,500
Median Rent
$1,285/mo
Population
49,753
College Educated
13.8%
Homeownership
11.8%
Avg Commute
41.3 min
Poverty Rate
33.5%
Median Age
33.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GREEN TECH HIGH CHARTER SCHOOL Albany, NY | 3.4 |
| PS 753 SCHOOL FOR CAREER DEVELOPMENT Brooklyn, NY | 3.4 |
| ALBANY LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Albany, NY | 3.5 |
| MATH SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY PREPARATORY SCHOOL AT 197 Buffalo, NY | 3.3 |
| PS 721 STEPHEN MCSWEENEY SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 3.5 |
| AECI II: NYC CHARTER HS Bronx, NY | 3.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 811
What grades does PS 811 serve?
PS 811 serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend PS 811?
PS 811 has an enrollment of approximately 599 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 811?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 811 is 6.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 811 rank in NY?
PS 811 ranks #4,528 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 811's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 811 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is PS 811 a charter school?
No, PS 811 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 811 a Title I school?
No, PS 811 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 811?
95.7% of students at PS 811 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 599
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 95
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.7%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 71.5%
- Phone
- (718) 589-3060
Resources & Links
District
NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75- Schools in District
- 59
- District Rank
- #53 of 58
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