Below Average
#4155 of 4,742 schools in NY
School for Environmental Citizenship
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10
125 E 181ST ST, Bronx, NY 10453
Enrollment
403
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
403
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,155 of 4,742
In Bronx
#369 of 452
public schools
In district
#69 of 83
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10
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About School for Environmental Citizenship
School for Environmental Citizenship is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10. School for Environmental Citizenship serves approximately 403 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. School for Environmental Citizenship has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,155 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for School for Environmental Citizenship show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 21% 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
35% of students at School for Environmental Citizenship 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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School for Environmental Citizenship — Students at School for Environmental Citizenship score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 31 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: 3.8/10.
How School for Environmental Citizenship Compares
See how School for Environmental Citizenship performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
125 E 181ST ST, Bronx, NY 10453
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering School for Environmental Citizenship may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 279 CAPT MANUEL RIVERA JR (rated 6.6/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 209 (rated 6.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MARGARET MARY SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 0.4 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 |
|---|---|---|
| ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR MATH SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Bronx | 0.0 mi | 3.9 |
| CRESTON ACADEMY Bronx | 0.0 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 279 CAPT MANUEL RIVERA JR Bronx | 0.1 mi | 6.6 |
| KIPP FREEDOM CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.2 mi | 4.8 |
| PS 9 RYER AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| IS 206 ANN MERSEREAU Bronx | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| ACADEMY FOR PERSONAL LEADERSHIP AND EXCELLENCE Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| PS 91 Bronx | 0.3 mi | 3.4 |
| PS 163 ARTHUR A SCHOMBERG Bronx | 0.3 mi | 4.8 |
| PS 209 Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| ANGELO PATRI MIDDLE SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.8 |
| THEATRE ARTS PRODUCTION COMPANY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 4.4 |
| ST MARGARET MARY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| PS 28 MOUNT HOPE Bronx | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| PS 33 TIMOTHY DWIGHT Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| HOPE ACADEMY OF THE BRONX Bronx | 0.4 mi | — |
| PS 291 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.8 |
| PS 15 INSTITUTE FOR ENVIRONMENTAL LEARNING Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| IS 117 JOSEPH H WADE Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL OF THE BRONX Bronx | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10453 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$35,482
Median Home Value
$580,100
Median Rent
$1,393/mo
Population
78,270
College Educated
14.5%
Homeownership
4.9%
Avg Commute
42.9 min
Poverty Rate
33.7%
Median Age
34.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about School for Environmental Citizenship
What grades does School for Environmental Citizenship serve?
School for Environmental Citizenship serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend School for Environmental Citizenship?
School for Environmental Citizenship has an enrollment of approximately 403 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at School for Environmental Citizenship?
The student-teacher ratio at School for Environmental Citizenship is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does School for Environmental Citizenship rank in NY?
School for Environmental Citizenship ranks #4,155 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is School for Environmental Citizenship's MySchoolScout rating?
School for Environmental Citizenship 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 School for Environmental Citizenship?
Based on loaded state assessment records, School for Environmental Citizenship has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is School for Environmental Citizenship a charter school?
No, School for Environmental Citizenship is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is School for Environmental Citizenship a Title I school?
No, School for Environmental Citizenship is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for School for Environmental Citizenship?
97.8% of students at School for Environmental Citizenship 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
- 403
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.7%
- Phone
- (718) 563-3292
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10- District Enrollment
- 43,655
- Schools in District
- 83
- District Rank
- #69 of 83
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