Serving 442 students in grades Kindergarten-8, P.s. 37 Multiple Intelligence School 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 31% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 37 Multiple Intelligence School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
P.s. 37 Multiple Intelligence School's student population of 442 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
442 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 37 Multiple Intelligence School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 37 Multiple Intelligence School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3561 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
81%
31%
Black
17%
15%
White
1%
39%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 37 Multiple Intelligence School's ranking?
P.s. 37 Multiple Intelligence School is ranked #3561 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 37 Multiple Intelligence School often compared to?
P.s. 37 Multiple Intelligence Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Milton Fein School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 37 Multiple Intelligence School?
442 students attend P.s. 37 Multiple Intelligence School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of P.s. 37 Multiple Intelligence School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 37 Multiple Intelligence School?
P.s. 37 Multiple Intelligence School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 37 Multiple Intelligence School offer ?
P.s. 37 Multiple Intelligence School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 37 Multiple Intelligence School part of?
P.s. 37 Multiple Intelligence School is part of New York City Geographic District #10.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 37 Multiple Intelligence School located?
P.s. 37 Multiple Intelligence School is located in the West Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 61 other public schools located in West Bronx.
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