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#2719 of 4,742 schools in NY
Samara Community School
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12
1570 BOONE AVE, Bronx, NY 10460
Enrollment
297
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
297
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,719 of 4,742
In Bronx
#201 of 452
public schools
In district
#14 of 46
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12
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About Samara Community School
Samara Community School is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12. Samara Community School serves approximately 297 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Samara Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,719 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Samara Community School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 4.8
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Samara Community School 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.
31% of students at Samara Community School 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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Samara Community School — Students at Samara Community School 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
96%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 14 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 6.7/10.
How Samara Community School Compares
See how Samara Community School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1570 BOONE AVE, Bronx, NY 10460
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Samara Community School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FAIRMONT NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is VIDA BOGART SCHOOL FOR ALL CHILDREN (THE) (rated 5.0/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PS 66 SCHOOL OF HIGHER EXPECTATIONS (rated 4.5/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FAIRMONT NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL Bronx | 0.1 mi | 6.8 |
| FANNIE LOU HAMER FREEDOM HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| FANNIE LOU HAMER MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.2 mi | 4.3 |
| PS 66 SCHOOL OF HIGHER EXPECTATIONS Bronx | 0.2 mi | 4.5 |
| PS 811 Bronx | 0.2 mi | 3.4 |
| EAST BRONX ACADEMY FOR THE FUTURE Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.1 |
| HIGH SCHOOL OF WORLD CULTURES Bronx | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| PAN AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AT MONROE Bronx | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| METROPOLITAN SOUNDVIEW HIGH SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| URBAN ASSEMBLY CHARTER SCHOOL FOR COMPUTER SCIENCE Bronx | 0.3 mi | — |
| JHS 98 HERMAN RIDDER Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.5 |
| EXPLORATIONS ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| BRONX ENVISION ACADEMY Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| PS 214 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.9 |
| EMOLIOR ACADEMY Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| VIDA BOGART SCHOOL FOR ALL CHILDREN (THE) Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| PS 6 WEST FARMS Bronx | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| MOTT HALL V Bronx | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| CINEMA SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.4 mi | 7.8 |
| PS 195 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10460 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,067
Median Home Value
$589,300
Median Rent
$1,332/mo
Population
61,101
College Educated
15.2%
Homeownership
10.7%
Avg Commute
47 min
Poverty Rate
33.9%
Median Age
34.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALEXANDRIA CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Alexandria Bay, NY | 5.9 |
| ARGYLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Argyle, NY | 5.9 |
| CINCINNATUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cincinnatus, NY | 5.9 |
| E A MCALLISTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sherrill, NY | 5.9 |
| FUTURE LEADERS INSTITUTE CHARTER SCHOOL New York, NY | 5.9 |
| GAN YISROEL Brooklyn, NY | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Samara Community School
What grades does Samara Community School serve?
Samara Community School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Samara Community School?
Samara Community School has an enrollment of approximately 297 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Samara Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Samara Community School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Samara Community School rank in NY?
Samara Community School ranks #2,719 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Samara Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
Samara Community School 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 Samara Community School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Samara Community School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022).
Is Samara Community School a charter school?
No, Samara Community School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Samara Community School a Title I school?
No, Samara Community School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Samara Community School?
96.0% of students at Samara Community School 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 297
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.0%
- Phone
- (718) 860-5332
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12- District Enrollment
- 17,376
- Schools in District
- 47
- District Rank
- #14 of 46
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