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#4689 of 4,742 schools in NY

PS 93 Albert G Oliver

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8

1535 STORY AVE, Bronx, NY 10473

Enrollment

374

Student-Teacher

16.3:1

Score

2.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,689 of 4,742

In Bronx

#443 of 452

public schools

In district

#50 of 51

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8

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PS 93 Albert G Oliver

2.6/10

Elementary School in Bronx · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About PS 93 Albert G Oliver

PS 93 Albert G Oliver is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8. PS 93 Albert G Oliver serves approximately 374 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 93 Albert G Oliver has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,689 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for PS 93 Albert G Oliver show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.0 pts below district
  • This school 2.6 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.6
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

57% of students at PS 93 Albert G Oliver 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.0Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.53 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.6Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency11.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-32.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-49.5 pts
Overall Proficiency16% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-22.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile8th
Resources & Environment1.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.3:1
Chronic Absenteeism56.7%

PS 93 Albert G Oliver — Students at PS 93 Albert G Oliver score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

87.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 27.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 30.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
82%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2013
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
12%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
30%
2021*
Math
10.8%
ELA
36.8%
2022
Math
21.1%
ELA
11.4%

* 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: 3.0/10.

How PS 93 Albert G Oliver Compares

See how PS 93 Albert G Oliver performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
2.6/10
1th percentile in NY
Academic
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
1.8/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
88%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
56.7%

Location

1535 STORY AVE, Bronx, NY 10473

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 93 Albert G Oliver may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 7 (rated 7.3/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is BOLD CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 107 (rated 6.2/10, 0.5 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
ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 7 Bronx 0.0 mi 7.3
PS 152 EVERGREEN Bronx 0.2 mi 4.0
BRONX ARENA HIGH SCHOOL Bronx 0.2 mi 6.8
JHS 123 JAMES M KIERNAN Bronx 0.3 mi 5.4
SCHOOL FOR INQUIRY AND SOCIAL JUSTICE (THE) Bronx 0.3 mi 7.1
BOLD CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx 0.3 mi 6.4
PS 195 Bronx 0.6 mi 4.3
PS 196 Bronx 0.6 mi 3.7
PS 107 Bronx 0.5 mi 6.2
BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS Bronx 0.5 mi 4.8
HIGH SCHOOL OF WORLD CULTURES Bronx 0.7 mi 7.0
PAN AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AT MONROE Bronx 0.7 mi 7.1
METROPOLITAN SOUNDVIEW HIGH SCHOOL (THE) Bronx 0.7 mi 5.4
URBAN ASSEMBLY CHARTER SCHOOL FOR COMPUTER SCIENCE Bronx 0.7 mi
MOTT HALL V Bronx 0.7 mi 4.9
CINEMA SCHOOL (THE) Bronx 0.7 mi 7.8
BRONX ACADEMY FOR MULTI-MEDIA Bronx 0.6 mi 4.9
LEADERS IN OUR NEIGHBORHOOD CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx 0.6 mi 5.5
EMBLAZE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx 0.6 mi 4.9
PS 75 SCHOOL OF RESEARCH AND DISCOVERY Bronx 0.6 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10473 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,609

Median Home Value

$586,800

Median Rent

$1,131/mo

Population

59,778

College Educated

23.8%

Homeownership

28.3%

Avg Commute

43.4 min

Poverty Rate

24.1%

Median Age

38.6

Similar Schools

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PS 20 PORT RICHMOND Staten Island, NY 2.6
PS 57 CRESCENT Bronx, NY 2.6
DIVEN SCHOOL Elmira, NY 2.7
DR MARTIN LUTHER KING SCHOOL JR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady, NY 2.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PS 93 Albert G Oliver

What grades does PS 93 Albert G Oliver serve?

PS 93 Albert G Oliver serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend PS 93 Albert G Oliver?

PS 93 Albert G Oliver has an enrollment of approximately 374 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 93 Albert G Oliver?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 93 Albert G Oliver is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 93 Albert G Oliver rank in NY?

PS 93 Albert G Oliver ranks #4,689 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is PS 93 Albert G Oliver's MySchoolScout rating?

PS 93 Albert G Oliver has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 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 93 Albert G Oliver?

Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 93 Albert G Oliver has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is PS 93 Albert G Oliver a charter school?

No, PS 93 Albert G Oliver is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 93 Albert G Oliver a Title I school?

No, PS 93 Albert G Oliver is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 93 Albert G Oliver?

87.7% of students at PS 93 Albert G Oliver 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
84 Very Walkable
Transit Score
86 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
64 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
374
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
87.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bronx County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
56.7%

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