Serving 448 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.S. 109 Sedgwick ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.S. 109 Sedgwick ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
P.S. 109 Sedgwick's student population of 448 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
448 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
P.S. 109 Sedgwick ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.S. 109 Sedgwick is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4187 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
79%
29%
Black
19%
16%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.S. 109 Sedgwick's ranking?
P.S. 109 Sedgwick is ranked #4187 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.S. 109 Sedgwick often compared to?
P.S. 109 Sedgwickis often viewed alongside schools like P.S. 204 Morris Heights, New American Academy At Roberto Clemente State Park by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.S. 109 Sedgwick?
448 students attend P.S. 109 Sedgwick.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of P.S. 109 Sedgwick students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.S. 109 Sedgwick?
P.S. 109 Sedgwick has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.S. 109 Sedgwick offer ?
P.S. 109 Sedgwick offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is P.S. 109 Sedgwick part of?
P.S. 109 Sedgwick is part of New York City Geographic District # 9 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.S. 109 Sedgwick located?
P.S. 109 Sedgwick is located in the Morris Heights neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Morris Heights.
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