Serving 265 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 163 Arthur A Schomberg 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 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (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.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 163 Arthur A Schomberg ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
P.s. 163 Arthur A Schomberg's student population of 265 students has declined by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
265 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 163 Arthur A Schomberg 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. 163 Arthur A Schomberg is 0.49, 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
#4118 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
62%
30%
Black
36%
16%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 163 Arthur A Schomberg's ranking?
P.s. 163 Arthur A Schomberg is ranked #4118 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 163 Arthur A Schomberg?
265 students attend P.s. 163 Arthur A Schomberg.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of P.s. 163 Arthur A Schomberg students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.s. 163 Arthur A Schomberg?
P.s. 163 Arthur A Schomberg has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 163 Arthur A Schomberg offer ?
P.s. 163 Arthur A Schomberg offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 163 Arthur A Schomberg part of?
P.s. 163 Arthur A Schomberg is part of New York City Geographic District # 9 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 163 Arthur A Schomberg located?
P.s. 163 Arthur A Schomberg is located in the Fordham Heights neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Fordham Heights.
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