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P.S. 7 Kingsbridge

Public | K-5 | 567 students

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3 stars

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Posted April 2, 2012

Is a great school.. My son went there.. The teachers are great the y worry about there student and make sure they are proper for the next year
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 2, 2010

P.S.7 is an excellent school that has teachers who really push and care about the children. My daughter was fortunate to have Ms.Katz,who is one of the best teachers. She pushed my daughter, who not only struggled in Reading,but hated to read. My daughter entered third grade reading below grade level and left Ms. Katz's class not only reading on grade level, but loves to read.Ms. Katz worked so hard with her and made her believe in herself. My daughter is now at Riverdale 141 and in honors English.When she is older she wants to be a reading teacher. Thank you to Ms.Katz and all of the inspiring teachers at P.S.7. You all are making a big difference in our children's lives.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 7, 2009

The School offers a great chance for students to flourish. The rest is up to the parents. If they work with the teachers, and hold their students to a high standard, PS 7 will be a great partner.
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted December 8, 2008

Poor Leadership. Administration is focused on own livelihood, not for the well being of students. Administration is dishonest and spiteful. Administration places blame on students and parents for own insufficiencies.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 12, 2008

My nephew I adopted went to this school and the teachers were very attentive to his needs and patient with him considering that he is an hyper-active child. I felt they did a great job in working with him and keeping me informed on his daily progress.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 17, 2008

I attended this school not too long ago. I loved all my teachers. Thank you Mrs. Acosta, Mrs. Cruz, and Ms. Aguayo. I'll always remember you!
—Submitted by a student


Posted February 27, 2006

I have found this school to be really great. The children are actively engaged in their lessons through many hands on activities, as well as the incorporation of art into the units being studied. The teachers work as a team in their planning and support one an other. As for the administrative personnel, they are always there for whatever you may need.
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted September 20, 2004

My son attended P.S. 7, for the most part all schools in the Bronx are in need improvements, recently security has become a problem at P.S. 7, children are not on grade level in any subjects, PTA is not encouraged and teachers don't work hand in hand with the parents.
—Submitted by Elsa Lozano, a parent


Posted July 22, 2004

I attened p.s 7 and this is a wonderful school. My entire family went there including my mom . My neices and nephews go the now and it is still a great school.KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK........
—Submitted by Katherine Murphy, a former student


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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 56% in 2012.

141 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
40%

2011

 
 
41%
Math

The state average for Math was 61% in 2012.

146 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
61%

2011

 
 
48%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 59% in 2012.

118 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
59%

2011

 
 
47%
Math

The state average for Math was 69% in 2012.

121 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
84%

2011

 
 
61%
Science

The state average for Science was 88% in 2011.

121 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
84%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 58% in 2012.

119 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
50%

2011

 
 
36%
Math

The state average for Math was 67% in 2012.

126 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
74%

2011

 
 
58%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

In 2009-2010, this school was given a grade of "C" for the elementary school level.

About the tests


Progress Report Grades measure the school's contribution to student learning in three areas: School Environment, Student Performance and Student Progress. Schools can receive additional credit for achieving exemplary performance progress among high-needs students. Progress Report Grades range from A to F.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York City Department of Education

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GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Hispanic 81% 21%
Black 10% 19%
White 4% 51%
Asian/Pacific Islander 3% 8%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 92%N/A44%
Limited English proficient 26%N/A7%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 10N/A13
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Fewer than 3 years experience 17%N/A10%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Master's degree and above 25%N/A33%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Teacher credentials

  This school District averageState average
Teachers with no valid teaching certificate 13%N/A5%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008
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3201 Kingsbridge Ave
Bronx, NY 10463
Phone: (718) 796-8695

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