Serving 224 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (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 and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 224 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West's student population of 224 students has declined by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
224 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West is 0.50, 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
#1867 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Hispanic
58%
31%
Black
41%
15%
White
1%
39%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)79.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
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 Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West's ranking?
Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West is ranked #1867 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West?
224 students attend Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West students are Hispanic, 41% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West?
Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West offer ?
Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West part of?
Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West is part of New York City Geographic District # 9.
In what neighborhood is Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West located?
Ps/ms 4 Crotona Park West is located in the Morrisania neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 40 other public schools located in Morrisania.
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