Serving 1,451 students in grades Kindergarten-8, P.s. 83 Donald Hertz ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,451 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 83 Donald Hertz ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
P.s. 83 Donald Hertz's student population of 1,451 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 109 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,451 students
Total Classroom Teachers
109 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 25, 2026
School Rankings
P.s. 83 Donald Hertz 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. 83 Donald Hertz is 0.65, 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
#2359 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
11%
10%
Hispanic
43%
31%
Black
5%
15%
White
39%
39%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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. 83 Donald Hertz's ranking?
P.s. 83 Donald Hertz is ranked #2359 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 83 Donald Hertz often compared to?
P.s. 83 Donald Hertzis often viewed alongside schools like Ps/ms 498 Van Nest Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 83 Donald Hertz?
1,451 students attend P.s. 83 Donald Hertz.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of P.s. 83 Donald Hertz students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 83 Donald Hertz?
P.s. 83 Donald Hertz has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 83 Donald Hertz offer ?
P.s. 83 Donald Hertz offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 83 Donald Hertz part of?
P.s. 83 Donald Hertz is part of New York City Geographic District #11.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 83 Donald Hertz located?
P.s. 83 Donald Hertz is located in the Morris Park neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Morris Park.
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