Serving 608 students in grades Kindergarten-5, P.s. 41 Gun Hill Road 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 28% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 608 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 41 Gun Hill Road's student population of 608 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
608 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 41 Gun Hill Road 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. 41 Gun Hill Road is 0.56, 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
#4012 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
50%
30%
Black
44%
15%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
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 P.s. 41 Gun Hill Road's ranking?
P.s. 41 Gun Hill Road is ranked #4012 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 41 Gun Hill Road often compared to?
P.s. 41 Gun Hill Roadis often viewed alongside schools like Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 41 Gun Hill Road?
608 students attend P.s. 41 Gun Hill Road.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of P.s. 41 Gun Hill Road students are Hispanic, 44% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 41 Gun Hill Road?
P.s. 41 Gun Hill Road has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 41 Gun Hill Road offer ?
P.s. 41 Gun Hill Road offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 41 Gun Hill Road part of?
P.s. 41 Gun Hill Road is part of New York City Geographic District #11.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 41 Gun Hill Road located?
P.s. 41 Gun Hill Road is located in the East Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 77 other public schools located in East Bronx.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I LOVE PS41! i miss this school sooo much it was really fun because of the activities i was on the step team. i was also on honor roll every month! the teachers were ver nice. MY Faveorite teacher out of all was Ms. Pace she was the best she made math fun i miss this school alot
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