At a Glance
A zoned elementary school in a high-need Bronx neighborhood where test scores have climbed significantly but chronic absenteeism remains a serious concern
Families who value a warm, trusting school community with strong parent-teacher relationships and are committed to addressing attendance challenges. Best for families who want a zoned school in a working-class neighborhood, can support their children's attendance consistently, and are looking for a school on an improving trajectory rather than one that already performs at district averages.
- Zero suspensions for three consecutive years — notably strong discipline in a high-need community
- 100% of families report strong relationships with the school — exceptional family connection
- 94% teacher-rated instruction quality — teachers feel confident in their teaching
- Parent trust in teachers and principal both at 96% — families feel heard and supported
- ELA scores more than doubled since 2016 despite starting from very low baseline
- Chronic absenteeism of 70.3% affects most students — this is a systemic issue that impacts learning
- Teacher-reported safety (78%) is below district average — staff have concerns about safety
- Teacher-principal trust (73%) is noticeably lower than parent trust — there may be leadership gaps
- Test scores still slightly below district average — the school is improving but not yet average-performing
- PTA fundraising is minimal ($1/student) — limited extracurricular resources compared to peers
- Neighborhood safety scores are low (9.2) — parents should factor this into daily logistics
Based on 2024-2025 data
School SummaryDistrict 10
Among District 10 peer schools, P.S. 046 falls in the lower tier. Top-performing zoned schools like P.S. 024 Spuyten Duyvil (92/100) and P.S. 081 Robert J. Christen (88/100) significantly outperform it. However, P.S. 046 is comparable to or slightly ahead of schools like P.S. 207 (62/100) and Cardinal McCloskey Community Charter School (62/100). The school's upward trajectory is notable, but it has not yet reached district averages in academics or overall quality ratings.
Test scores at P.S. 046 have climbed substantially over the past nine years, with ELA proficiency rising from 15.8% in 2016 to 42.5% in 2025 and math improving from 19% to 38%. However, both subjects remain slightly below the District 10 averages of 45% ELA and 44% math. The school's overall quality rating of 1.6 out of 4 also trails the district average of 1.77. Grade-level data shows Grade 5 students performing strongest in ELA (49%), while Grade 4 leads in math (46%). The school is catching up but not yet leading its district.
The climate data tells a mixed story. Parents are highly satisfied (94%) and report strong trust in teachers (96%) and the principal (96%), with 100% indicating strong relationships. Teachers rate instruction quality highly (94%) and collegial trust is strong (91%). However, teacher-reported safety (78%) falls below the district average of 87%, and teacher-principal trust is notably lower at 73%. The school has maintained zero suspensions for three consecutive years, a significant achievement. The big concern: chronic absenteeism at 70.3% means most students are missing significant school time.
P.S. 046 is a predominantly Hispanic school (86%) with significant Black enrollment (11%), reflecting the Bedford Park neighborhood's demographics. With 91.7% economic need index and 20% of students having IEPs, the population faces substantial challenges. Class sizes average 22.9 students, matching the district average. The diversity index is low at 30%, and PTA fundraising is minimal at just $1 per student — far below the district average of $74.
Bedford Park is a densely populated, family-oriented Bronx neighborhood with high transit access (75th percentile) but significant challenges. Safety scores are low (9.2 out of 100), reflecting higher crime density and environmental health concerns including elevated lead rates and asthma incidence. The area has low home ownership (7%) and moderate poverty (26%), with only 18% of adults holding bachelor's degrees. However, family density is very high (80th percentile) and stability scores are strong (76), suggesting a rooted community.
Families typically walk to school given the neighborhood's high population density and moderate transit access — the area is pedestrian-friendly but parents should be aware of safety concerns around traffic and crime density.
Academic Performance
ELA Proficiency
Students scoring proficient or above on the NY State ELA exam.
NYC DOE InfoHub · 2022-23
Math Proficiency
Students scoring proficient or above on the NY State Math exam.
NYC DOE InfoHub · 2022-23
Survey Results
NYC School Survey (2025) · 168 families responded (28% rate)
Racial & Ethnic Diversity
NYC DOE InfoHub · 2022-23
PTA Fundraising
Source: DOE Local Law 171 disclosure
Economic Need & Special Populations
Discipline
NYSED Student & Educator Database (2023-24)
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is P.S. 046 Edgar Allan Poe a good school?
- On Motley, P.S. 046 Edgar Allan Poe earns an overall quality score of 40/100 — a blend of New York State ELA and math results, attendance, and the school-climate survey. Its state test results run in line with the District 10 average.
- What grades does P.S. 046 Edgar Allan Poe serve?
- P.S. 046 Edgar Allan Poe serves grades Pre-K to 5.
- How do students get into P.S. 046 Edgar Allan Poe?
- P.S. 046 Edgar Allan Poe admits by zone — families living in its attendance zone are generally guaranteed a seat.
- Is P.S. 046 Edgar Allan Poe public, charter, or private?
- P.S. 046 Edgar Allan Poe is a public school in NYC Community School District 10.
- What neighborhood is P.S. 046 Edgar Allan Poe in?
- P.S. 046 Edgar Allan Poe is in Bedford Park, Bronx.
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