Very Good
#1462 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 31% in state
Urban Scholars Community School
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12
1180 TINTON AVE, Bronx, NY 10456
Enrollment
295
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
295
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,462 of 4,742
In Bronx
#78 of 452
public schools
In district
#2 of 46
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Urban Scholars Community School
Urban Scholars Community School is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12. Urban Scholars Community School serves approximately 295 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Urban Scholars Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,462 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Urban Scholars Community School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 4.8
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Urban Scholars Community School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
55% of students at Urban Scholars 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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Urban Scholars Community School — Students at Urban Scholars Community School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 30 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: 9.9/10.
How Urban Scholars Community School Compares
See how Urban Scholars Community School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1180 TINTON AVE, Bronx, NY 10456
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Urban Scholars Community School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 186 WALTER J DAMROSCH SCHOOL (rated 4.0/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is WILDFLOWER NEW YORK CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 3.7/10, 0.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, PS 63 AUTHOR'S ACADEMY (rated 3.0/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10456 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$35,676
Median Home Value
$428,800
Median Rent
$1,194/mo
Population
86,958
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
6.6%
Avg Commute
41 min
Poverty Rate
36.8%
Median Age
33.6
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| ACADEMIC LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 7.2 |
| ALDEN TERRACE SCHOOL Valley Stream, NY | 7.2 |
| GEORGE SOUTHARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lockport, NY | 7.2 |
| LA CIMA CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.2 |
| LENOX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwin, NY | 7.2 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Newark, NY | 7.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Urban Scholars Community School
What grades does Urban Scholars Community School serve?
Urban Scholars Community School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Urban Scholars Community School?
Urban Scholars Community School has an enrollment of approximately 295 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Urban Scholars Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Urban Scholars Community School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Urban Scholars Community School rank in NY?
Urban Scholars Community School ranks #1,462 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Urban Scholars Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
Urban Scholars Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Urban Scholars Community School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Urban Scholars Community School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
Is Urban Scholars Community School a charter school?
No, Urban Scholars Community School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Urban Scholars Community School a Title I school?
No, Urban Scholars Community School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Urban Scholars Community School?
96.9% of students at Urban Scholars 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
- 295
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.6%
- Phone
- (718) 842-8133
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12- District Enrollment
- 17,376
- Schools in District
- 47
- District Rank
- #2 of 46
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