Below Average
#3694 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 97
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11
1375 MACE AVE, Bronx, NY 10469
Enrollment
563
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
563
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,694 of 4,742
In Bronx
#314 of 452
public schools
In district
#44 of 62
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11
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PS 97
Elementary School in Bronx · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 97
PS 97 is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11. PS 97 serves approximately 563 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 97 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,694 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 97 show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at PS 97 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 97 — Students at PS 97 score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.7%
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: 4.3/10.
How PS 97 Compares
See how PS 97 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1375 MACE AVE, Bronx, NY 10469
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 97 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 3 (rated 9.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 4 (rated 8.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 5 (rated 8.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 121 THROOP Bronx | 0.3 mi | 4.5 |
| ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 3 Bronx | 0.5 mi | 9.0 |
| ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 4 Bronx | 0.5 mi | 8.9 |
| ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 5 Bronx | 0.5 mi | 8.6 |
| JHS 144 MICHELANGELO Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| PELHAM GARDENS MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BETTER LEARNING II Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 108 PHILIP J ABINANTI Bronx | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| ST CATHARINE ACADEMY Bronx | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| PS 89 Bronx | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| NEW YORK INSTITUTE FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION Bronx | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| OUR SAVIOUR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bronx | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| 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 |
| ST LUCY'S SCHOOL Bronx | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| PS 76 BENNINGTON SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.9 mi | 2.6 |
| ST CLARES SCHOOL Bronx | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10469 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,018
Median Home Value
$640,400
Median Rent
$1,653/mo
Population
69,855
College Educated
29.1%
Homeownership
50.6%
Avg Commute
43 min
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Median Age
39.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS Bronx, NY | 4.8 |
| CHENANGO BRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Binghamton, NY | 4.8 |
| DUNKIRK INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Dunkirk, NY | 4.8 |
| ELM STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Waverly, NY | 4.8 |
| GEORGE L COOKE SCHOOL Monticello, NY | 4.8 |
| HARRIET ROSS TUBMAN ACADEMY Buffalo, NY | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 97
What grades does PS 97 serve?
PS 97 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 97?
PS 97 has an enrollment of approximately 563 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 97?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 97 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 97 rank in NY?
PS 97 ranks #3,694 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 97's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 97 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 97?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 97 has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 97 a charter school?
No, PS 97 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 97 a Title I school?
No, PS 97 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 97?
83.7% of students at PS 97 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
- 563
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.5%
- Phone
- (718) 655-4446
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11- District Enrollment
- 32,583
- Schools in District
- 62
- District Rank
- #44 of 62
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