Serving 427 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.S. 157 Grove Hill 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 15% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.S. 157 Grove Hill ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
P.S. 157 Grove Hill's student population of 427 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
P.S. 157 Grove Hill 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. 157 Grove Hill is 0.51, 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
#4146 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
15%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
66%
29%
Black
18%
16%
White
n/a
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
95%
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. 157 Grove Hill's ranking?
P.S. 157 Grove Hill is ranked #4146 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.S. 157 Grove Hill often compared to?
P.S. 157 Grove Hillis often viewed alongside schools like P.S. 146 Edward Collins by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.S. 157 Grove Hill?
427 students attend P.S. 157 Grove Hill.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of P.S. 157 Grove Hill students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 15% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.S. 157 Grove Hill?
P.S. 157 Grove Hill has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.S. 157 Grove Hill offer ?
P.S. 157 Grove Hill offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is P.S. 157 Grove Hill part of?
P.S. 157 Grove Hill is part of New York City Geographic District # 7 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.S. 157 Grove Hill located?
P.S. 157 Grove Hill is located in the Woodstock neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 22 other public schools located in Woodstock.
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