Serving 393 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.S. 112 Bronxwood 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 10-14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 393 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.S. 112 Bronxwood ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
P.S. 112 Bronxwood's student population of 393 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
393 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
P.S. 112 Bronxwood 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. 112 Bronxwood is 0.52, 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
#4242 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
53%
29%
Black
45%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
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. 112 Bronxwood's ranking?
P.S. 112 Bronxwood is ranked #4242 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.S. 112 Bronxwood often compared to?
P.S. 112 Bronxwoodis often viewed alongside schools like Baychester Academy 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 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.S. 112 Bronxwood?
393 students attend P.S. 112 Bronxwood.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of P.S. 112 Bronxwood students are Hispanic, 45% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.S. 112 Bronxwood?
P.S. 112 Bronxwood has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.S. 112 Bronxwood offer ?
P.S. 112 Bronxwood offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is P.S. 112 Bronxwood part of?
P.S. 112 Bronxwood is part of New York City Geographic District #11 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.S. 112 Bronxwood located?
P.S. 112 Bronxwood is located in the Edenwald neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Edenwald.
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