Below Average
#4035 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 87
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11
1935 BUSSING AVE, Bronx, NY 10466
Enrollment
297
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
297
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,035 of 4,742
In Bronx
#359 of 452
public schools
In district
#52 of 62
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11
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PS 87
Elementary School in Bronx · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 87
PS 87 is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11. PS 87 serves approximately 297 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 87 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,035 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 87 show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
51% of students at PS 87 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 87 — Students at PS 87 score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.6%
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: 5.9/10.
How PS 87 Compares
See how PS 87 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1935 BUSSING AVE, Bronx, NY 10466
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 87 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 68 (rated 7.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BETTER LEARNING (rated 5.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GRIMES SCHOOL (rated 5.3/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Mount Vernon), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 4 Bronx | 0.3 mi | 3.5 |
| MOUNT ST MICHAEL ACADEMY Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| WAKE-EDEN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| PS 68 Bronx | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| NEW WORLD HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| BRONXWOOD PREPARATORY ACADEMY (THE) Bronx | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| ACAD-SCHOLARSHIP & ENTREPRENEURSHIP Bronx | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| MATILDA AVENUE SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.6 mi | 3.0 |
| BAYCHESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| ONE WORLD MIDDLE SCHOOL AT EDENWALD Bronx | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| BRONX ALLIANCE MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| PS 112 BRONXWOOD Bronx | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| PS 16 WAKEFIELD Bronx | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| SCO FAMILY SERVICES - THE CHRISTOPHER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.8 mi | — |
| CECIL H PARKER SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.7 mi | 3.4 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BETTER LEARNING Bronx | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| OUR LADY OF GRACE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| PS 111 SETON FALLS Bronx | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| SCO FAMILY SERVICES - THE CHRISTOPHER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.9 mi | — |
| GRIMES SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10466 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,328
Median Home Value
$605,300
Median Rent
$1,528/mo
Population
74,061
College Educated
25.9%
Homeownership
40.6%
Avg Commute
43.6 min
Poverty Rate
19.9%
Median Age
37.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AMBER CHARTER SCHOOL EAST HARLEM New York, NY | 4.3 |
| ANNA MERRITT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lockport, NY | 4.3 |
| BELMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Babylon, NY | 4.3 |
| CANDOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Candor, NY | 4.3 |
| CLIFFORD WISE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Medina, NY | 4.3 |
| DR JACQUELINE PEEK-DAVIS SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 87
What grades does PS 87 serve?
PS 87 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend PS 87?
PS 87 has an enrollment of approximately 297 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 87?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 87 is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 87 rank in NY?
PS 87 ranks #4,035 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 87's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 87 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 87?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 87 has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 87 a charter school?
No, PS 87 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 87 a Title I school?
No, PS 87 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 87?
90.6% of students at PS 87 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 297
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.8%
- Phone
- (718) 324-5188
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11- District Enrollment
- 32,583
- Schools in District
- 62
- District Rank
- #52 of 62
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