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PS 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10
230 E 183RD ST, Bronx, NY 10458
Enrollment
517
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
517
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,290 of 4,742
In Bronx
#263 of 452
public schools
In district
#49 of 83
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10
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PS 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School
Elementary School in Bronx · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School
PS 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10. PS 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School serves approximately 517 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,290 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 4.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at PS 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School 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.
58% of students at PS 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School 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 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School — Students at PS 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 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: 6.9/10.
How PS 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School Compares
See how PS 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
230 E 183RD ST, Bronx, NY 10458
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 23 NEW CHILDREN'S SCHOOL (THE) (rated 6.6/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 279 CAPT MANUEL RIVERA JR (rated 6.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 209 (rated 6.2/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 209 Bronx | 0.1 mi | 6.2 |
| ANGELO PATRI MIDDLE SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.2 mi | 5.8 |
| THEATRE ARTS PRODUCTION COMPANY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.2 mi | 4.4 |
| ACADEMY FOR PERSONAL LEADERSHIP AND EXCELLENCE Bronx | 0.2 mi | 6.4 |
| PS 85 GREAT EXPECTATIONS Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| SCHOOL FOR ENVIRONMENTAL CITIZENSHIP Bronx | 0.3 mi | 4.1 |
| ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR MATH SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Bronx | 0.3 mi | 3.9 |
| CRESTON ACADEMY Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 163 ARTHUR A SCHOMBERG Bronx | 0.3 mi | 4.8 |
| KIPP FREEDOM CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 4.8 |
| PS 23 NEW CHILDREN'S SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 33 TIMOTHY DWIGHT Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| PS 159 LUIS MUMOZ MARIN BILING Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| PS 59 COMMUNITY SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY (THE) Bronx | 0.4 mi | 2.2 |
| PS 279 CAPT MANUEL RIVERA JR Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| IS 206 ANN MERSEREAU Bronx | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| JONAS BRONCK ACADEMY Bronx | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| IS 254 Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 5 Bronx | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| PS 91 Bronx | 0.5 mi | 3.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10458 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,107
Median Home Value
$515,700
Median Rent
$1,548/mo
Population
78,741
College Educated
16.1%
Homeownership
3.9%
Avg Commute
44.3 min
Poverty Rate
29.8%
Median Age
31.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALLENDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Seneca, NY | 5.3 |
| COTTAGE LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blauvelt, NY | 5.3 |
| DUNDEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dundee, NY | 5.3 |
| EAST ROCHESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Rochester, NY | 5.3 |
| ENGLISH VILLAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 5.3 |
| FREMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Syracuse, NY | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School
What grades does PS 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School serve?
PS 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School?
PS 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 517 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School rank in NY?
PS 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School ranks #3,290 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School a charter school?
No, PS 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School a Title I school?
No, PS 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School?
99.2% of students at PS 9 Ryer Avenue Elementary School 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
- 517
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.6%
- Phone
- (718) 584-3291
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10- District Enrollment
- 43,655
- Schools in District
- 83
- District Rank
- #49 of 83
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