Ps 209 serves 220 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps 209 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Ps 209's student population of 220 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
220 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ps 209 is 0.33, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
80%
29%
Black
19%
16%
White
n/a
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
51%
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 schools are Ps 209 often compared to?
Ps 209is often viewed alongside schools like Ps 32 Belmont, Ps 205 Fiorello Laguardia, Ps/is 54 by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Ps 209?
220 students attend Ps 209.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Ps 209 students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 209?
Ps 209 has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 209 offer ?
Ps 209 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 209 part of?
Ps 209 is part of New York City Geographic District #10 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ps 209 located?
Ps 209 is located in the Fordham Heights neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Fordham Heights.
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