Serving 666 students in grades Kindergarten-5, P.S. 76 Bennington School 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 14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (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 94% 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: 666 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.S. 76 Bennington School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
P.S. 76 Bennington School's student population of 666 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
666 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
P.S. 76 Bennington School 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. 76 Bennington School is 0.61, 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
#4159 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
52%
29%
Black
35%
16%
White
6%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
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. 76 Bennington School's ranking?
P.S. 76 Bennington School is ranked #4159 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.S. 76 Bennington School often compared to?
P.S. 76 Bennington Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like P.S. 78 Anne Hutchinson, P.S. 97, P.S. 121 Throop by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.S. 76 Bennington School?
666 students attend P.S. 76 Bennington School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of P.S. 76 Bennington School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.S. 76 Bennington School?
P.S. 76 Bennington School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.S. 76 Bennington School offer ?
P.S. 76 Bennington School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is P.S. 76 Bennington School part of?
P.S. 76 Bennington School is part of New York City Geographic District #11 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.S. 76 Bennington School located?
P.S. 76 Bennington School is located in the Allerton neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 10 other public schools located in Allerton.
School Reviews
5 3/23/2020
I am a proud graduate of PS 76. I love this school. I am in six grade and PS 76 has taught me things to help me succeed as I move on. I have been in that school since kindergarten. This school has a lot of brightness I hope anyone else who goes there see's what I see in that school.
5 4/16/2018
I love this school this year I am going to graduate from 5th and I will miss my teacher that staffs and friends I think my teachers are the best I got two teachers they are so nice thank you so much for everything you have done for me.
5 9/12/2012
My daughter has been attending this school since 1st grade after transerring from another school, I felt, was not giving her quality education. At PS 76 she is thriving and her favorite subject is reading. My daughter enjoys school and here she likes her teachers. She now wants to be one when she grows up. Thank you Bennington School. Keep up the good work.
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