Serving 948 students in grades Kindergarten-9, Ps 95 Sheila Mencher 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 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 948 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps 95 Sheila Mencher ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ps 95 Sheila Mencher's student population of 948 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-9
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
948 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ps 95 Sheila Mencher ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ps 95 Sheila Mencher is 0.46, 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
#2945 out of 4093 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
72%
29%
Black
15%
16%
White
5%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ps 95 Sheila Mencher's ranking?
Ps 95 Sheila Mencher is ranked #2945 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ps 95 Sheila Mencher often compared to?
Ps 95 Sheila Mencheris often viewed alongside schools like Milton Fein School, Ampark Neighborhood, Ps 37 Multiple Intelligence School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 95 Sheila Mencher?
948 students attend Ps 95 Sheila Mencher.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Ps 95 Sheila Mencher students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 95 Sheila Mencher?
Ps 95 Sheila Mencher has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 95 Sheila Mencher offer ?
Ps 95 Sheila Mencher offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-9 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 95 Sheila Mencher part of?
Ps 95 Sheila Mencher is part of New York City Geographic District #10 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ps 95 Sheila Mencher located?
Ps 95 Sheila Mencher is located in the West Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 61 other public schools located in West Bronx.
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