Serving 768 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 70 Max Schoenfeld 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 15% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 768 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 70 Max Schoenfeld ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
P.s. 70 Max Schoenfeld's student population of 768 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
768 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Rankings
P.s. 70 Max Schoenfeld 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. 70 Max Schoenfeld is 0.35, 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
#4077 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
78%
30%
Black
20%
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
97%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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. 70 Max Schoenfeld's ranking?
P.s. 70 Max Schoenfeld is ranked #4077 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 70 Max Schoenfeld often compared to?
P.s. 70 Max Schoenfeldis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 110 Theodore Schoenfeld, P.s. 170 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 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 70 Max Schoenfeld?
768 students attend P.s. 70 Max Schoenfeld.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of P.s. 70 Max Schoenfeld students are Hispanic, 20% 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. 70 Max Schoenfeld?
P.s. 70 Max Schoenfeld has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 70 Max Schoenfeld offer ?
P.s. 70 Max Schoenfeld offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 70 Max Schoenfeld part of?
P.s. 70 Max Schoenfeld is part of New York City Geographic District # 9 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 70 Max Schoenfeld located?
P.s. 70 Max Schoenfeld is located in the Claremont neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Claremont.
School Reviews
5 7/29/2020
This school was great honestly. It brings me back so many memories when I was in this school. It was a great school honestly. I mean yeah; we were at times a bit too much. But nonetheless I miss the old times. Man, time went by so fast now....
4 7/2/2020
I really liked this school, it was fun, and they were really nice. My favorite thing about it is they were really rewarding when u do something good, especially after school that was fun.
5 1/5/2019
i went to this school i liked it alot there was a pool i am in 8th grade right know itis december 17 2018 and soon im about to go to high school im righting an essay right know and im righting about ps70 i highly think kids will go to this school say hi to mr.loins for me
3 11/2/2018
I began my school journey at PS 70 back in 1968. I was there from Pre-K to 2nd grade. It is disappointing to the reviews (stats). I am studying to be a teacher and I would love to work at my old school. Things have changed but at the end of the day, it is about the students.
5 3/23/2009
I personally like this school. But i dont think some of the teachers meet the right standards to teach here.
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