Serving 881 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 96 Richard Rodgers ranks in the top 30% 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 79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (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 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 881 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 96 Richard Rodgers ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
P.s. 96 Richard Rodgers's student population of 881 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
881 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
P.s. 96 Richard Rodgers ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 96 Richard Rodgers is 0.57, 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
#1285 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
61%
30%
Black
18%
16%
White
16%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
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. 96 Richard Rodgers's ranking?
P.s. 96 Richard Rodgers is ranked #1285 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 96 Richard Rodgers?
881 students attend P.s. 96 Richard Rodgers.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of P.s. 96 Richard Rodgers students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.s. 96 Richard Rodgers?
P.s. 96 Richard Rodgers has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 96 Richard Rodgers offer ?
P.s. 96 Richard Rodgers offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 96 Richard Rodgers part of?
P.s. 96 Richard Rodgers is part of New York City Geographic District #11 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 96 Richard Rodgers located?
P.s. 96 Richard Rodgers is located in the Allerton neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 10 other public schools located in Allerton.
School Reviews
5 7/27/2012
A school with an excellent 5th grade teacher, Miss Barneis, in 1949, and the best elementary school principal ever, Anne Middleton, at that time.
5 3/16/2012
all the teachers I have are hard working . PS.96 is the best -Amanda Pjetrushi
5 2/17/2011
This school has wonderful leadership and teachers collaborate well. There is a great school culture rooted in the success of all students!
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