Below Average
#4154 of 4,742 schools in NY
Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan III
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10
3050 WEBSTER AVE, Bronx, NY 10458
Enrollment
766
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
766
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,154 of 4,742
In Bronx
#368 of 452
public schools
In district
#68 of 83
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10
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Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan III
Elementary School in Bronx · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan III
Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan III is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10. Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan III serves approximately 766 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan III has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,154 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan III show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 4.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
55% of students at Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan III 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 20 Po George J Werdan III — Students at Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan III score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.4%
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: 4.1/10.
How Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan III Compares
See how Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan III performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3050 WEBSTER AVE, Bronx, NY 10458
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan III may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BRONX COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 56 NORWOOD HEIGHTS (rated 6.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 96 RICHARD RODGERS (rated 6.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 168 Bronx | 0.0 mi | 3.3 |
| BEDFORD PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 2.8 |
| PS 8 ISAAC VARIAN Bronx | 0.3 mi | 3.9 |
| BRONX COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 56 NORWOOD HEIGHTS Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| ACADEMY OF MOUNT ST URSULA Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| JHS 80 MOSHOLU PARKWAY (THE) Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| PS/MS 280 MOSHOLU PARKWAY Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| FORDHAM PREPARATORY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| CANARSIE CHILDREN FIRST ACADEMY Bronx | 0.6 mi | — |
| ST PHILIP NERI SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| PS/IS 54 Bronx | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| PS 46 EDGAR ALLAN POE Bronx | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| PS 94 KINGS COLLEGE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| PS 41 GUN HILL ROAD Bronx | 0.7 mi | 3.1 |
| OUR LADY OF REFUGE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| PS 96 RICHARD RODGERS Bronx | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| BELMONT PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| FORDHAM HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS Bronx | 0.8 mi | 9.0 |
| FORDHAM LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Bronx | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
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 |
|---|---|
| BIG TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg, NY | 4.1 |
| CHEROKEE STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ronkonkoma, NY | 4.1 |
| CHILDREN'S AID COLLEGE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 4.1 |
| CORAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Coram, NY | 4.1 |
| HIAWATHA SCHOOL Lake Ronkonkoma, NY | 4.1 |
| MOUNT KISCO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Kisco, NY | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan III
What grades does Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan III serve?
Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan III serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan III?
Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan III has an enrollment of approximately 766 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan III?
The student-teacher ratio at Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan III is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan III rank in NY?
Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan III ranks #4,154 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan III's MySchoolScout rating?
Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan III has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 20 Po George J Werdan III?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan III has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan III a charter school?
No, Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan III is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan III a Title I school?
No, Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan III is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan III?
95.4% of students at Ps/ms 20 Po George J Werdan III 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 766
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 71
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.2%
- Phone
- (718) 515-9370
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10- District Enrollment
- 43,655
- Schools in District
- 83
- District Rank
- #68 of 83
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