Pre-K–ElemSchool code (DBN) 09X088

P.S. X088 - S. Silverstein Little Sparrow School

1340 SHERIDAN AVENUE, Bronx
Grades PK-3
MELINDA HYER, Principal
718-716-7369
schools.nyc.gov

About

P.S. X088 - S. Silverstein Little Sparrow School serves students from PK to 3rd grade, with an enrollment of 83 students, which is well below the citywide 25th percentile for enrollment. The school has a high Economic Need Index of 94.0 percent, which is above the citywide 75th percentile, and 18.0 percent of students are English Language Learners, near the citywide median. Academically, the school's ELA proficiency rate of 72.0 percent is above the citywide 75th percentile, indicating a strength in this area. Its math proficiency rate of 44.0 percent is near the citywide 25th percentile, suggesting an area for focus. The school reports a 0.0 percent suspension rate, which is a positive indicator for school climate. In the 2025-2026 DOE School Survey, 100 percent of parents surveyed reported that school staff regularly communicate about how they can help their child learn and that their child is safe. Additionally, 97 percent of parents felt their child belongs at the school, and 91 percent were satisfied with their child's education. The school received a "Good" rating for Instruction and Performance, Safety and School Climate, and Relationships with Families.

Sources (5)

NYC DOE Location Code Generating and Management System (LCGMS) · 2026-27 (export of 2026-08-22)
NYC DOE School Quality Reports and Snapshot, 2024-25 · 2024-25
New York State Education Department School Report Card · 2024-25
NYC School Survey (parent and student responses) · 2025-26
MySchools admissions directory, 2025-26 cycle · 2025-26 admissions cycle

Academics

Coursework, class size, and academic context.

Academic paceBalancedlow confidence

Attendance rate

96%

Avg class size (general ed)

13.8

Avg class size (ICT)

Average class size by classroom setting: general education vs. ICT (Integrated Co-Teaching, where general- and special-education students learn together with two teachers). NYC DOE Class Size Report, 2021–22.

Community & climate

Demographics, attendance, school survey results, and DOE quality ratings.

Quality signals

FacultyExcellentAI-estimated

InstructionGood

Safety & climateGood

Family tiesGood

DOE quality-rating labels are skewed across the system; read them relative to the citywide distribution in our methodology.

NYC School Survey, 2025-26

Parent survey · overall positive

94%47% response rate

Teacher survey · overall positive

95%67% response rate

Survey topics, 2025-26

Safety96%city 93%

Teachers · My students are safe…outside around this school. [Elementary only].83%
Teachers · My students are safe…traveling between home and this school. [Elementary only].100%
Teachers · My students are safe…in the hallways, bathrooms, locker rooms, and cafeteria of this school. [Elementary only].100%
Teachers · My students are safe…in my class(es). [Elementary only].100%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (96%) is their average, vs 93% citywide.

Bullying prevention83%city 65%

Teachers · At this school students harass, bully, or intimidate other students.83%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (83%) is their average, vs 65% citywide.

Emotional support97%city 84%

Teachers · How many adults at this school…help students develop the skills they need to complete challenging coursework despite obstacles?100%
Teachers · How many adults at this school…tell their students they believe they can achieve high academic standards?100%
Teachers · How many adults at this school…teach students how to advocate for themselves?100%
Teachers · How many adults at this school…recognize disruptive behavior as social-emotional learning opportunities?100%
Teachers · How many adults at this school…have access to school-based supports to assist in behavioral/emotional escalations?83%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (97%) is their average, vs 84% citywide.

Academic expectations94%city 89%

Teachers · In this school, the staff believes that all students can learn, including Multilingual Learners/English language learners (MLs/ELLs), Emergent Multilingual Learners (EMLLs), and students with disabilities.100%
Teachers · This school has well-defined learning expectations for all students.100%
Teachers · How many students in your classes…have to work hard to do well?83%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (94%) is their average, vs 89% citywide.

College & career guidance100%city 90%

Teachers · It’s a priority at this school that adults…provide students with opportunities to learn about different career paths. [Elementary/Middle Only].100%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (100%) is their average, vs 90% citywide.

Family outreach98%city 95%

Teachers · At this school…teachers understand families' challenges and concerns.100%
Teachers · At this school…teachers work closely with families to meet students' needs.100%
Teachers · At this school…staff regularly communicate with families about how they can help students learn.100%
Teachers · At this school…school staff value families' race, ethnicity, culture, family structure, and background.100%
Parents · School staff regularly communicate with me about how I can help my child learn.100%
Parents · Teachers work closely with me to meet my child's needs.94%
Parents · My child's school communicates with me in a language that I can understand.100%
Parents · I am greeted warmly when I contact or visit the school.97%
Parents · My child's school will make me aware if there are any concerns about my child’s social or emotional well-being.100%
Parents · If I suspect my child needs additional learning supports and services, I know the next steps to get support at my school.87%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (98%) is their average, vs 95% citywide.

Parent–teacher trust95%city 96%

Parents · I feel respected by my child's teachers.97%
Parents · Staff at this school work hard to build trusting relationships with parents/guardians like me.91%
Parents · My child's teachers treat me as a partner in educating my child.97%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (95%) is their average, vs 96% citywide.

Show all survey topics

Instruction and Performance

Cultural Awareness and Inclusive Classroom Instruction99%city 92%

Teachers · I am able to...receive support around how to incorporate students' cultural and linguistic backgrounds in my practice.100%
Teachers · I am able to...appropriately modify instructional activities and materials to meet the developmental needs and learning interests of all my students.100%
Teachers · I am able to...ensure instruction represents multiple perspectives, cultures, and backgrounds.100%
Teachers · I am able to…ensure instruction represents multiple races and ethnicities.100%
Teachers · I am able to…ensure instruction represents multiple genders, gender identities and expressions and sexual orientations.100%
Teachers · I am able to...design instruction that is responsive to students’ needs (e.g. Multilingual Learners/English language learners (MLs/ELLs) or Emergent Multilingual Learners (EMLLs) proficiency and students with disabilities).100%
Teachers · I am able to...apply my knowledge of parents' various cultural backgrounds when collaborating with them regarding their child's educational progress.100%
Teachers · I am able to...develop appropriate Individualized Education Programs for my students with disabilities.100%
Teachers · I am able to...monitor progress on Individualized Education Program goals for my students with disabilities.100%
Teachers · I am able to...distinguish linguistic/cultural differences from learning difficulties.100%
Teachers · I have conversations about race and racism at my school that help me examine my own beliefs around identity.83%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (99%) is their average, vs 92% citywide.

Family Satisfaction with Child's Education92%city 94%

Parents · My child is progressing in reading the way I would expect.90%
Parents · My child is progressing in math the way I would expect.84%
Parents · My child's school helps me understand what grade-level schoolwork looks like.97%
Parents · How satisfied are you with the following? The education my child has received this year.91%
Parents · How satisfied are you with the following? The overall quality of my child's teachers this year.97%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (92%) is their average, vs 94% citywide.

Quality of Student Discussion77%city 68%

Teachers · How many students in your classes…build on each other’s ideas during class discussions?83%
Teachers · How many students in your classes…use data or text references to support their ideas?83%
Teachers · How many students in your classes…show that they respect each other’s ideas?83%
Teachers · How many students in your classes…provide constructive feedback to their peers/teachers?67%
Teachers · How many students in your classes…participate in class discussions at some point?67%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (77%) is their average, vs 68% citywide.

Classroom Behavior71%city 68%

Teachers · How many students in your classes…listen carefully when the teacher gives directions?67%
Teachers · How many students in your classes…follow the rules in class?83%
Teachers · How many students in your classes…respond to challenging questions in class?50%
Teachers · How many students in your classes…do their work when they are supposed to?83%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (71%) is their average, vs 68% citywide.

Safety and School Climate

Inclusive Learning Environment100%city 96%

Teachers · At this school, students with disabilities are included in all school activities.100%
Teachers · This school educates students with disabilities in the least restrictive environment appropriate.100%
Teachers · School staff treat students of different genders, gender identities and expressions and sexual orientations equally.100%
Teachers · School staff treat students of different races, cultures, or backgrounds equally.100%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (100%) is their average, vs 96% citywide.

Instructional Leadership100%city 89%

Teachers · The principal/program leader at this school...makes clear to the staff their expectations for meeting instructional goals.100%
Teachers · The principal/program leader at this school...understands how children learn.100%
Teachers · The principal/program leader at this school...sets high standards for student learning.100%
Teachers · The principal/assistant principal(s) at this school…supports teachers in implementing what they have learned in professional development.100%
Teachers · The principal/assistant principal(s) at this school…carefully tracks student academic progress.100%
Teachers · The principal/assistant principal(s) at this school…knows what’s going on in my classes.100%
Teachers · The principal/assistant principal(s) at this school…provides teachers with formative feedback to improve practice.100%
Teachers · The principal/school leader at this school...participates in instructional planning with teams of teachers.100%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (100%) is their average, vs 89% citywide.

Peer Collaboration100%city 88%

Teachers · At this school…the principal/program leader, teachers, and staff collaborate to make this school run effectively.100%
Teachers · At this school…teachers design instructional programs (e.g. lessons, units) together.100%
Teachers · At this school…teachers make a conscious effort to coordinate their teaching with instruction at other grade levels.100%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (100%) is their average, vs 88% citywide.

Program Coherence100%city 85%

Teachers · At this school…curriculum, instruction, and learning materials are well coordinated across the different grade levels at this school.100%
Teachers · At this school…once we start a new program, we follow up to make sure that it’s working.100%
Teachers · At this school…it is clear how all of the programs offered are connected to our school’s instructional vision.100%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (100%) is their average, vs 85% citywide.

Quality of Professional Development100%city 85%

Teachers · Overall, my professional development experiences this year have...included enough time to think carefully about, try, and evaluate new ideas.100%
Teachers · Overall, my professional development experiences this year have...Included opportunities to engage in inquiry-based, professional collaboration with peers and/or mentors from other schools.100%
Teachers · Overall, my professional development experiences this year have...directly related to my students’ needs.100%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (100%) is their average, vs 85% citywide.

Teacher-Principal Trust100%city 86%

Teachers · I feel respected by the principal/program leader at this school.100%
Teachers · The principal/program leader at this school is an effective manager who makes the school run smoothly.100%
Teachers · The principal/program leader has confidence in the expertise of the teachers at this school.100%
Teachers · I trust the principal/program leader at their word (to do what they say that they will do).100%
Teachers · The principal/program leader looks out for the personal welfare of the staff members.100%
Teachers · The principal/program leader places the needs of children ahead of personal interests.100%
Teachers · The principal and assistant principals function as a cohesive unit.100%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (100%) is their average, vs 86% citywide.

Conflict Resolution98%city 90%

Teachers · Conflicts are resolved fairly in my school.100%
Parents · Conflicts are resolved fairly at my child’s school. [Grades K-5].96%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (98%) is their average, vs 90% citywide.

Inclusive Leadership96%city 96%

Parents · The principal/school leader at this school…puts decisions made with families into action.96%
Parents · The principal/school leader at this school…works to create a sense of community in the school.94%
Parents · The principal/school leader at this school…ensures families are comfortable communicating with the school.97%
Parents · Language translation and interpretation are readily available to me at all family events at my child’s school.95%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (96%) is their average, vs 96% citywide.

Teacher-Teacher Trust94%city 88%

Teachers · Teachers in this school trust each other.100%
Teachers · It's OK in this school to discuss feelings, worries, and frustrations with other teachers.83%
Teachers · I feel respected by other teachers at this school.100%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (94%) is their average, vs 88% citywide.

Innovation and Collective Responsibility90%city 81%

Teachers · How many teachers at this school…help build a welcoming school environment in the entire school, not just their classroom?83%
Teachers · How many teachers at this school…are actively trying to improve their teaching?100%
Teachers · How many teachers at this school…take responsibility for improving the school?83%
Teachers · How many teachers at this school…are eager to try new ideas?83%
Teachers · How many teachers at this school…feel responsible that all students learn?100%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (90%) is their average, vs 81% citywide.

Teacher Influence90%city 68%

Teachers · At this school…the principal/program leader encourages feedback through regular meetings with families and teacher leaders.100%
Teachers · How much influence do teachers have over school policy in...hiring new professional personnel?83%
Teachers · How much influence do teachers have over school policy in...planning how discretionary school funds should be used?83%
Teachers · How much influence do teachers have over school policy in...selecting instructional materials and/or curriculum used in classrooms?83%
Teachers · How much influence do teachers have over school policy in...setting standards for student behavior?100%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (90%) is their average, vs 68% citywide.

School Commitment89%city 85%

Teachers · I usually look forward to each working day at this school.83%
Teachers · I would recommend this school to parents/guardians seeking a place for their child.100%
Teachers · I would recommend this school to other teachers as a place to work.83%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (89%) is their average, vs 85% citywide.

Relationships with Families

Parent-Principal Trust96%city 96%

Parents · I feel respected by my child's principal/school leader.94%
Parents · I trust the principal/school leader at their word (to do what they say that they will do).97%
Parents · The principal/school leader is an effective manager who makes the school run smoothly.97%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (96%) is their average, vs 96% citywide.

Parent Involvement in School95%city 91%

Parents · Since the beginning of the school year, how often have you…communicated with your child's teachers about your child's performance?97%
Parents · Since the beginning of the school year, how often have you…seen your child’s projects, artwork, homework, tests, or quizzes?94%
Parents · I know how to contact the Parent Coordinator at my child’s school.90%
Parents · During the school year, have you...attended a school meeting, school event, or parent-teacher conference (virtually or in-person)?97%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (95%) is their average, vs 91% citywide.

School Description

School Facilities and Services90%city 88%

Teachers · This school is kept clean.100%
Teachers · This school is kept in good physical condition.100%
Teachers · Physical repairs to the school building are completed in a timely manner.100%
Parents · This school is kept clean.97%
Parents · This school is kept in good physical condition.94%
Parents · My child's school provides me information about transportation options (e.g. Metrocard and busing).58%
Parents · I am satisfied with my child’s school bus transportation service this year.71%
Parents · I am satisfied with the meal options provided at my child’s school.100%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (90%) is their average, vs 88% citywide.

Overall positive % is averaged across every Pos/Neg survey question per respondent group (school year 2025-2026). Survey topics are the DOE’s framework measures (each the average favorable response across its questions; expand a topic to see them and the citywide average); the dimension scores themselves are no longer in the public data file.^[3]

Operational health

Attendance

96%

Chronic absenteeism

30%

Suspension rate

Teachers^[7]

Teachers with 4+ years' experience

64%

Students per teacher

8:1

Teaching out of certification

Teacher experience and certification from the NYSED School Report Card (2024–25); students per teacher = enrollment ÷ reported teachers. Fewer than 4 years counts as inexperienced.

Student body

Race / ethnicity^[4]

Black 24%
Hispanic 75%
Multiracial 1%

School-level totals; may not sum to 100% due to rounding and small subgroup suppression.

Gender^[4]

Female 57%
Male 43%

Female / male shares as published by the DOE; other gender identities aren’t reported in the source data.

Enrollment

Economic Need Index

94%

Free / reduced lunch

94%

English learners

18%

Students with IEPs

Admissions

No program-level admissions data is available for this school yet.

Financials

^[8]^[9]

What this school has to spend, and what it spends it on. Spending is not a measure of quality. Schools serving more students with higher needs receive more money.

Spending

Total spend

$3.3MStudents: 83

1st percentile citywide

School-managed budget

$2.1MPositions: 16

0th percentile citywide

Total spend per student

$39,885

76th percentile citywide · city median $33,357

Staffing costs

Principal’s salary

$208K

73rd percentile citywide

Principal and assistant principals

$352KPositions: 2

23rd percentile citywide

Teaching staff

$1.0MPositions: 10

1st percentile citywide

Where the school-managed budget goes

These five categories add up to the school-managed budget. They do not include the centrally-paid costs in total spend.

PositionsAvg eachBudget

Leadership2$176K$352K

HEAD OF SCHOOL1$208K$208K
INTERIM ACTING - ASST. PRINCIPAL1$145K$145K

Teachers10$101K$1.0M

1 / REDUCED CLASS SIZE1$148K$148K
5 / WHOLE CLASS1$148K$148K
LITERACY / PUSH IN/PULL OUT1$148K$148K
PHYSICAL EDUCATION / PUSH IN/PULL OUT1$132K$132K
4 / WHOLE CLASS1$105K$105K
2 / WHOLE CLASS1$101K$101K
3 / REDUCED CLASS SIZE1$101K$101K
ESL / WHOLE CLASS1$101K$101K
2 / SELF-CONTAINED SP ED1$19K$19K
K / WHOLE CLASS1$1,684$1,684

Support staff3$38K$114K

School Secretary1$61K$61K
School Social Worker1$48K$48K
PARENT COORDINATOR1$4,381$4,381

Programs and extra time$214K

People Working Partial Year$105K
Absence Coverage1$65K$65K
AFTER/BEFORE SCHOOL STUDENT PROGRAMS$41K
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT$3,600

Supplies and services$402K

Supplies - General$160K
Educational Consultants$69K
Educational Software$49K
Non-Contractual Services$43K
Curriculum & Staff Development Contracts$35K
Equipment - General$28K
Data Processing Repair - Contractual$6,708
School Funded Copier$6,564
Printing Services - Contractual$1,940
Furniture Object 300$1,270
Library Books$563

Total16$130K$2.1M

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