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Ps/ms 31 William Lloyd Garrison (the)
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7
250 E 156TH ST, Bronx, NY 10451
Enrollment
523
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
523
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,708 of 4,742
In Bronx
#190 of 452
public schools
In district
#21 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7
Academic growth
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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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 31 William Lloyd Garrison (the)
Ps/ms 31 William Lloyd Garrison (the) is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7. Ps/ms 31 William Lloyd Garrison (the) serves approximately 523 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Ps/ms 31 William Lloyd Garrison (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,708 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Ps/ms 31 William Lloyd Garrison (the) show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Ps/ms 31 William Lloyd Garrison (the) sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
40% of students at Ps/ms 31 William Lloyd Garrison (the) 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 31 William Lloyd Garrison (the) — Students at Ps/ms 31 William Lloyd Garrison (the) score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 38 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: 7.3/10.
How Ps/ms 31 William Lloyd Garrison (the) Compares
See how Ps/ms 31 William Lloyd Garrison (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
250 E 156TH ST, Bronx, NY 10451
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ps/ms 31 William Lloyd Garrison (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOUTH BRONX CLASSICAL CHARTER SCHOOL IV (rated 7.9/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CONCOURSE VILLAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 0.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS 18 JOHN PETER ZENGER (rated 5.6/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10451 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$37,111
Median Home Value
$263,500
Median Rent
$1,269/mo
Population
48,975
College Educated
21.3%
Homeownership
13.6%
Avg Commute
42 min
Poverty Rate
32.1%
Median Age
36
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ps/ms 31 William Lloyd Garrison (the)
What grades does Ps/ms 31 William Lloyd Garrison (the) serve?
Ps/ms 31 William Lloyd Garrison (the) serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Ps/ms 31 William Lloyd Garrison (the)?
Ps/ms 31 William Lloyd Garrison (the) has an enrollment of approximately 523 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ps/ms 31 William Lloyd Garrison (the)?
The student-teacher ratio at Ps/ms 31 William Lloyd Garrison (the) is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ps/ms 31 William Lloyd Garrison (the) rank in NY?
Ps/ms 31 William Lloyd Garrison (the) ranks #2,708 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Ps/ms 31 William Lloyd Garrison (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?
Ps/ms 31 William Lloyd Garrison (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 31 William Lloyd Garrison (the)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ps/ms 31 William Lloyd Garrison (the) has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Ps/ms 31 William Lloyd Garrison (the) a charter school?
No, Ps/ms 31 William Lloyd Garrison (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ps/ms 31 William Lloyd Garrison (the) a Title I school?
No, Ps/ms 31 William Lloyd Garrison (the) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ps/ms 31 William Lloyd Garrison (the)?
91.0% of students at Ps/ms 31 William Lloyd Garrison (the) 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
- 523
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.3%
- Phone
- (718) 292-4397
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7- District Enrollment
- 15,146
- Schools in District
- 41
- District Rank
- #21 of 40
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