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Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10
3202 STEUBEN AVE, Bronx, NY 10467
Enrollment
700
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
700
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,102 of 4,742
In Bronx
#243 of 452
public schools
In district
#45 of 83
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10
Equity
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway
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About Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway
Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10. Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway serves approximately 700 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,102 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 4.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
48% of students at Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway 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 280 Mosholu Parkway — Students at Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 36 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: 5.4/10.
How Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway Compares
See how Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3202 STEUBEN AVE, Bronx, NY 10467
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BRONX COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 56 NORWOOD HEIGHTS (rated 6.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, AMPARK NEIGHBORHOOD (rated 5.8/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JHS 80 MOSHOLU PARKWAY (THE) Bronx | 0.0 mi | 5.7 |
| CANARSIE CHILDREN FIRST ACADEMY Bronx | 0.1 mi | — |
| PS 8 ISAAC VARIAN Bronx | 0.3 mi | 3.9 |
| ST PHILIP NERI SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| PS 56 NORWOOD HEIGHTS Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| DEWITT CLINTON HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| BRONX COLLABORATIVE HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 8.7 |
| WORLD VIEW HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| BEDFORD PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 2.8 |
| PS 94 KINGS COLLEGE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.9 |
| PS/MS 20 PO GEORGE J WERDAN III Bronx | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| PS 168 Bronx | 0.5 mi | 3.3 |
| BRONX COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| BRONX DANCE ACADEMY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| BRONX HIGH SCHOOL OF SCIENCE (THE) Bronx | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| ACADEMY OF MOUNT ST URSULA Bronx | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| AMPARK NEIGHBORHOOD Bronx | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| PS 95 SHEILA MENCHER Bronx | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| PS 46 EDGAR ALLAN POE Bronx | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| FORDHAM PREPARATORY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10467 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,806
Median Home Value
$425,500
Median Rent
$1,505/mo
Population
96,304
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
13.6%
Avg Commute
45 min
Poverty Rate
26.8%
Median Age
36.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AQUEBOGUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Aquebogue, NY | 5.5 |
| BARTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Patchogue, NY | 5.5 |
| BUFFALO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY Buffalo, NY | 5.5 |
| CENTRAL PARK EAST II New York, NY | 5.5 |
| CHENANGO FORKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Binghamton, NY | 5.5 |
| HERMAN L BRADT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady, NY | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway
What grades does Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway serve?
Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway?
Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway has an enrollment of approximately 700 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway?
The student-teacher ratio at Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway rank in NY?
Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway ranks #3,102 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway's MySchoolScout rating?
Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 280 Mosholu Parkway?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway a charter school?
No, Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway a Title I school?
No, Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway?
96.6% of students at Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway 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
- 700
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 60
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.9%
- Phone
- (718) 405-6360
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10- District Enrollment
- 43,655
- Schools in District
- 83
- District Rank
- #45 of 83
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