Serving 700 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway 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 35% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 700 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway's student population of 700 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
700 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway 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 Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway is 0.40, 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
#2921 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
77%
30%
Black
10%
16%
White
3%
40%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
54%
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 Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway's ranking?
Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway is ranked #2921 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway?
700 students attend Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway?
Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway offer ?
Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway part of?
Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway is part of New York City Geographic District #10 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway located?
Ps/ms 280 Mosholu Parkway is located in the Norwood neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 9 other public schools located in Norwood.
School Reviews
5 6/29/2016
I think this school is wonderful. The teachers are very knowledgeable and very approachable. I have had two teachers go above and beyond for my daughter who is currently a 7th grader there with top grades. I have been able to reach her teachers by cellphone and email with fast responses. I was fortunate to have transferred my daughter there from a low performance school through a simple form that was mailed to my home asking to choose 3 schools that I would like to transfer her to. I have never seen that form again, and wonder if it was by luck that I received that form, nevertheless, I am grateful because my child has flourished at P.S./M.S. 280! I think the school alone isn't what creates a good environment but a combination of well behaved students along with well credentialed staff are needed to make it work. I have had two experiences with bullying but I was able to take care of it with up close monitoring of my own child, showing up at school at random hours, and talking with her teachers regularly, thankfully the issue went away. Again, my child had a lot to do with resolving her own situation with my guidance and advice "you don't have to like everybody, but you do have to deal with them very much like I deal with people at work I wouldn't otherwise mingle with outside of work" helped her. She currently is 'friendly' with the person that bullied her. It takes teamwork to build a good foundation within the schools and it starts with your children. I highly recommend this school! It's been to good to us!
5 10/24/2013
i really love my mschool
2 9/13/2013
This school is a very good school but the drama and bullying has got to stop and teachers needs to start caring and doing something about it. Yes they do their job and all but... there not doing a very good job. When i was in class all i saw was students whispering and fooling around.
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