Average
#2285 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 48% in state
Ps/ms 194
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11
2365 WATERBURY AVE, Bronx, NY 10462
Enrollment
1,164
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
1,164
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,285 of 4,742
In Bronx
#144 of 452
public schools
In district
#28 of 62
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11
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Ps/ms 194
Elementary School in Bronx · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ps/ms 194
Ps/ms 194 is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11. Ps/ms 194 serves approximately 1,164 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Ps/ms 194 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,285 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Ps/ms 194 show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Ps/ms 194 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/ms 194 — Students at Ps/ms 194 score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.1%
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: 6.9/10.
How Ps/ms 194 Compares
See how Ps/ms 194 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2365 WATERBURY AVE, Bronx, NY 10462
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ps/ms 194 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE (rated 6.1/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS 36 UNIONPORT (rated 6.0/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 12 LEWIS AND CLARK SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.5 |
| PS 36 UNIONPORT Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| JHS 127 CASTLE HILL (THE) Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| LINDEN TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| ST RAYMOND HIGH SCHOOL FOR BOYS Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| HERBERT H LEHMAN HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| RENAISSANCE HIGH SCHOOL FOR MUSICAL THEATER AND THE ARTS Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| WESTCHESTER SQUARE ACADEMY Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| PELHAM LAB HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| SCHUYLERVILLE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| BRONX RIVER HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| PS 106 PARKCHESTER Bronx | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| ST HELENA SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| ST RAYMOND ACADEMY FOR GIRLS Bronx | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| PS 721 STEPHEN MCSWEENEY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.7 mi | 3.5 |
| ST RAYMOND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE Bronx | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| DR EMMETT W BASSETT SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| PUGSLEY PREPARATORY ACADEMY Bronx | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GRAND CONCOURSE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 6.3 |
| PS 129 PATRICIA LARKIN College Point, NY | 6.3 |
| PS 226 ALFRED DE B MASON Brooklyn, NY | 6.3 |
| PS 50 TALFOURD LAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jamaica, NY | 6.3 |
| WASHINGTON STREET SCHOOL Franklin Square, NY | 6.3 |
| WOODWARD PARKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Farmingdale, NY | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ps/ms 194
What grades does Ps/ms 194 serve?
Ps/ms 194 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Ps/ms 194?
Ps/ms 194 has an enrollment of approximately 1,164 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ps/ms 194?
The student-teacher ratio at Ps/ms 194 is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ps/ms 194 rank in NY?
Ps/ms 194 ranks #2,285 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Ps/ms 194's MySchoolScout rating?
Ps/ms 194 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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/ms 194?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ps/ms 194 has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Ps/ms 194 a charter school?
No, Ps/ms 194 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ps/ms 194 a Title I school?
No, Ps/ms 194 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ps/ms 194?
92.1% of students at Ps/ms 194 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
- 1,164
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 95
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.3%
- Phone
- (718) 892-5270
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11- District Enrollment
- 32,583
- Schools in District
- 62
- District Rank
- #28 of 62
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