Serving 592 students in grades Kindergarten-5, P.S. 41 Gun Hill Road 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 16% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 592 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.S. 41 Gun Hill Road ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
P.S. 41 Gun Hill Road's student population of 592 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
592 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
P.S. 41 Gun Hill Road 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. 41 Gun Hill Road is 0.55, 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
#4157 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
50%
29%
Black
45%
16%
White
2%
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
93%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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. 41 Gun Hill Road's ranking?
P.S. 41 Gun Hill Road is ranked #4157 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.S. 41 Gun Hill Road often compared to?
P.S. 41 Gun Hill Roadis often viewed alongside schools like Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.S. 41 Gun Hill Road?
592 students attend P.S. 41 Gun Hill Road.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of P.S. 41 Gun Hill Road students are Hispanic, 45% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.S. 41 Gun Hill Road?
P.S. 41 Gun Hill Road has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.S. 41 Gun Hill Road offer ?
P.S. 41 Gun Hill Road offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is P.S. 41 Gun Hill Road part of?
P.S. 41 Gun Hill Road is part of New York City Geographic District #11 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.S. 41 Gun Hill Road located?
P.S. 41 Gun Hill Road is located in the East Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 77 other public schools located in East Bronx.
School Reviews
2 11/10/2023
What I remember about P.S 41 was the new wing which was the auditorium. It was about 1979 and I was a senior,going into J.HS. 113 and the teachers at P.S 41 prepared us so well by taking class time to explore the J.H.S. 113campus and check out their extensive library. The teachers at P.S 41 was the most instructive any child could. Which for the class sizes were small and the classrooms were diverted the instructions was always top notched. My first teacher was Ms. P. Levine, she was as beautiful as understanding, and even as I turn 65 years of age I wonder about my classmates and what fruit that education we received brought.? Doctors, lawyers or engineers .But whatever happened to us, I know our foundation was formed at P.S. 41.
5 2/23/2011
I LOVE PS41! i miss this school sooo much it was really fun because of the activities i was on the step team. i was also on honor roll every month! the teachers were ver nice. MY Faveorite teacher out of all was Ms. Pace she was the best she made math fun i miss this school alot
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