For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,022 students in 10470, NY.
The top-ranked public preschools in 10470, NY are P.s. 19 Judith K Weiss and P.s. 16 Wakefield. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 10470 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the New York public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in 10470, NY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 10470, NY Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
P.s. 19 Judith K Weiss
(Math: 66% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
311 E 237th St
Bronx, NY 10470
(718) 324-1924
Bronx, NY 10470
(718) 324-1924
Gr: PK-8 | 679 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
P.s. 16 Wakefield
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4550 Carpenter Ave
Bronx, NY 10470
(718) 324-1262
Bronx, NY 10470
(718) 324-1262
Gr: PK-5 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 10470, NY?
The top-ranked public preschools in 10470, NY include P.s. 19 Judith K Weiss and P.s. 16 Wakefield.
How many public preschools are located in 10470?
2 public preschools are located in 10470.
What is the racial composition of students in 10470?
10470 public preschools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New York public preschools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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