Serving 322 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 58 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 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 58 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
P.s. 58's student population of 322 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
322 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 13, 2026
School Motto
Creating Scholars, Crafting Futures, & Pursuing Excellence
School Rankings
P.s. 58 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. 58 is 0.42, 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
#4226 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
72%
30%
Black
25%
15%
White
2%
40%
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
98%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
6%
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. 58's ranking?
P.s. 58 is ranked #4226 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 58 often compared to?
P.s. 58is often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 55 Benjamin Franklin, P.s. 63 Author's Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 58?
322 students attend P.s. 58.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of P.s. 58 students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 58?
P.s. 58 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 58 offer ?
P.s. 58 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 58 part of?
P.s. 58 is part of New York City Geographic District # 9.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 58 located?
P.s. 58 is located in the West Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 61 other public schools located in West Bronx.
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