Serving 436 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 583 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 583's student population of 436 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
436 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 583 ranks within the top 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. 583 is 0.63, 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
#2098 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
44%
10%
Hispanic
42%
31%
Black
6%
15%
White
4%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 583's ranking?
P.s. 583 is ranked #2098 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 583?
436 students attend P.s. 583.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of P.s. 583 students are Asian, 42% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 583?
P.s. 583 has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 583 offer ?
P.s. 583 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 583 part of?
P.s. 583 is part of New York City Geographic District # 8.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 583 located?
P.s. 583 is located in the East Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 77 other public schools located in East Bronx.
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