Below Average
#3612 of 4,742 schools in NY
Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
1701 FULTON AVE, Bronx, NY 10457
Enrollment
278
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
278
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,612 of 4,742
In Bronx
#300 of 452
public schools
In district
#55 of 69
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
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Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West
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 4 Crotona Park West
Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9. Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West serves approximately 278 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,612 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
64% of students at Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West 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 4 Crotona Park West — Students at Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.2/10.
How Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West Compares
See how Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1701 FULTON AVE, Bronx, NY 10457
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 6 (rated 8.9/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 1 (rated 6.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 42 CLAREMONT (rated 6.0/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 6 Bronx | 0.0 mi | 8.9 |
| BRONX PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.2 mi | 6.2 |
| URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL FOR APPLIED MATH AND SCIENCE (THE) Bronx | 0.2 mi | 3.2 |
| MOTT HALL BRONX HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.2 mi | 7.7 |
| VALIDUS PREPARATORY ACADEMY Bronx | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| EAGLE ACADEMY FOR YOUNG MEN Bronx | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| PS 58 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.8 |
| BRONX LEADERSHIP ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 42 CLAREMONT Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| IS 313 SCHOOL OF LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| IS 339 Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 110 THEODORE SCHOENFELD Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.2 |
| MOTT HALL III Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 5 Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| ZETA CHARTER SCHOOL - BRONXTREMONT PARK Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.9 |
| ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 1 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 61 FRANCISCO OLLER Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| ESMT-IS 190 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| PS 44 DAVID C FARRAGUT Bronx | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| PS 55 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10457 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,911
Median Home Value
$336,900
Median Rent
$1,400/mo
Population
79,375
College Educated
14.9%
Homeownership
6.2%
Avg Commute
44.6 min
Poverty Rate
34.1%
Median Age
31.8
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| BELLE SHERMAN SCHOOL Ithaca, NY | 4.9 |
| BGLIG-SHIRLEY RODRIGUEZ-REMENESKI CS Bronx, NY | 4.9 |
| CARROLL HILL SCHOOL Troy, NY | 4.9 |
| CHESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chester, NY | 4.9 |
| FE SMITH INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Cortland, NY | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West
What grades does Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West serve?
Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West?
Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West has an enrollment of approximately 278 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West?
The student-teacher ratio at Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West rank in NY?
Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West ranks #3,612 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West's MySchoolScout rating?
Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 4 Crotona Park West?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West a charter school?
No, Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West a Title I school?
No, Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West?
98.2% of students at Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West 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
- 278
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 64.4%
- Phone
- (718) 583-6655
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9- District Enrollment
- 26,766
- Schools in District
- 69
- District Rank
- #55 of 69
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