Serving 830 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.S. 96 Richard Rodgers ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (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.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 830 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.S. 96 Richard Rodgers ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
P.S. 96 Richard Rodgers's student population of 830 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
830 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
P.S. 96 Richard Rodgers ranks within the top 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. 96 Richard Rodgers is 0.58, 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
#1720 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
61%
29%
Black
18%
16%
White
15%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
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. 96 Richard Rodgers's ranking?
P.S. 96 Richard Rodgers is ranked #1720 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.S. 96 Richard Rodgers?
830 students attend P.S. 96 Richard Rodgers.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of P.S. 96 Richard Rodgers students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.S. 96 Richard Rodgers?
P.S. 96 Richard Rodgers has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.S. 96 Richard Rodgers offer ?
P.S. 96 Richard Rodgers offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is P.S. 96 Richard Rodgers part of?
P.S. 96 Richard Rodgers is part of New York City Geographic District #11 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.S. 96 Richard Rodgers located?
P.S. 96 Richard Rodgers is located in the Allerton neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 10 other public schools located in Allerton.
School Reviews
5 7/27/2012
A school with an excellent 5th grade teacher, Miss Barneis, in 1949, and the best elementary school principal ever, Anne Middleton, at that time.
5 3/16/2012
all the teachers I have are hard working . PS.96 is the best -Amanda Pjetrushi
5 2/17/2011
This school has wonderful leadership and teachers collaborate well. There is a great school culture rooted in the success of all students!
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