P.S. 112 Bronxwood

Test scores have climbed significantly from the school's 2016 baseline (7.6% ELA, 7% math) to current levels of 38.4% ELA and 40% math — roughly tripling over nine years. However, these scores still lag well behind the District 11 averages of 56.7% in ELA and 55.6% in math. Grade-level performance varies notably: 4th graders show particular strength in math (60.5%), while 3rd graders are lower in both subjects. The 1.57 overall quality score places this school in the lower tier compared to district peers.

The survey data reveals a genuinely welcoming environment where families feel heard: 94% parent-teacher trust and 98% strong relationships are exceptional. Teacher instruction quality scores 88%, and 84% of teachers report feeling safe — both slightly below district averages but solid. The most significant concern is chronic absenteeism at 56%, meaning more than half of students are missing too much school. On a positive note, the school has maintained zero suspensions for three consecutive years, suggesting a restorative approach to discipline.

With 377 students across pre-K through 5th grade, this is a small zoned school reflecting its neighborhood's demographics: 54% Hispanic, 44% Black, with minimal Asian and white populations. The diversity index of 45% indicates moderate variety within a predominantly two-race student body. Nearly a quarter of students (23%) have IEPs, suggesting robust special education services.

The Eastchester-Edenwald-Baychester area in the Bronx has a median household income of $70,692 with 17.8% poverty, and 41.8% homeownership — a stable working-class community. The safety score of 45 is below average, the education orientation score of 46 suggests this isn't a highly education-focused pocket, but the stability score of 88 indicates long-term residents. Transit access is modest (score 39).

The neighborhood is car-oriented with moderate walkability — families typically drive or use bus service, as transit scores are below 40.