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#2806 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 83 Donald Hertz
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11
950 RHINELANDER AVE, Bronx, NY 10462
Enrollment
1,515
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
1,515
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,806 of 4,742
In Bronx
#211 of 452
public schools
In district
#33 of 62
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11
Equity
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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PS 83 Donald Hertz
Elementary School in Bronx · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 83 Donald Hertz
PS 83 Donald Hertz is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11. PS 83 Donald Hertz serves approximately 1,515 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 83 Donald Hertz has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,806 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 83 Donald Hertz show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at PS 83 Donald Hertz 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 83 Donald Hertz — Students at PS 83 Donald Hertz score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 40 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: 5.8/10.
How PS 83 Donald Hertz Compares
See how PS 83 Donald Hertz performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
950 RHINELANDER AVE, Bronx, NY 10462
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 83 Donald Hertz may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 2 (rated 8.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS/MS 498 VAN NEST ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 108 PHILIP J ABINANTI (rated 7.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST CLARES SCHOOL Bronx | 0.2 mi | 6.2 |
| PS/MS 498 VAN NEST ACADEMY Bronx | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 2 Bronx | 0.3 mi | 8.3 |
| BRONX HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE VISUAL ARTS Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 2 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.9 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| YOUNG VOICES ACADEMY OF THE BRONX Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| PS 108 PHILIP J ABINANTI Bronx | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| PS 105 SENATOR ABRAHAM BERNSTEIN Bronx | 0.5 mi | 3.8 |
| OUR SAVIOUR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| ST RAYMOND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| STEAM BRIDGE SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| NEW YORK INSTITUTE FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION Bronx | 0.6 mi | 8.5 |
| ST RAYMOND ACADEMY FOR GIRLS Bronx | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| ST CATHARINE ACADEMY Bronx | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| 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 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10462 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,460
Median Home Value
$372,100
Median Rent
$1,711/mo
Population
75,452
College Educated
27.7%
Homeownership
22.9%
Avg Commute
45.6 min
Poverty Rate
19.5%
Median Age
35.7
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|---|---|
| PS 127 AEROSPACE SCIENCE MAGNET SCHOOL East Elmhurst, NY | 5.8 |
| PS 217 COLONEL DAVID MARCUS SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 5.8 |
| PS 225 EILEEN E ZAGLIN (THE) Brooklyn, NY | 5.7 |
| PS 186 DR IRVING A GLADSTONE Brooklyn, NY | 6.0 |
| VICTOR INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Victor, NY | 5.6 |
| PS 108 CAPTAIN VINCENT G FOWLER South Ozone Park, NY | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 83 Donald Hertz
What grades does PS 83 Donald Hertz serve?
PS 83 Donald Hertz serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend PS 83 Donald Hertz?
PS 83 Donald Hertz has an enrollment of approximately 1,515 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 83 Donald Hertz?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 83 Donald Hertz is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 83 Donald Hertz rank in NY?
PS 83 Donald Hertz ranks #2,806 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 83 Donald Hertz's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 83 Donald Hertz has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 83 Donald Hertz?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 83 Donald Hertz has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 83 Donald Hertz a charter school?
No, PS 83 Donald Hertz is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 83 Donald Hertz a Title I school?
No, PS 83 Donald Hertz is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 83 Donald Hertz?
82.3% of students at PS 83 Donald Hertz 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,515
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 108
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.2%
- Phone
- (718) 863-1993
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11- District Enrollment
- 32,583
- Schools in District
- 62
- District Rank
- #33 of 62
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