Serving 552 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 340 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 37% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (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.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 552 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 340 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
P.s. 340's student population of 552 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
552 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
P.s. 340 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. 340 is 0.29, 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
#3231 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
84%
31%
Black
9%
15%
White
3%
39%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
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 P.s. 340's ranking?
P.s. 340 is ranked #3231 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 340 often compared to?
P.s. 340is often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 86 Kingsbridge Heights by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 340?
552 students attend P.s. 340.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of P.s. 340 students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 340?
P.s. 340 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 340 offer ?
P.s. 340 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 340 part of?
P.s. 340 is part of New York City Geographic District #10.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 340 located?
P.s. 340 is located in the West Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 61 other public schools located in West Bronx.
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