Excellent
#247 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 5% in state
Battery Park City School
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2
55 BATTERY PL, New York, NY 10011
Enrollment
803
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
803
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#247 of 4,742
In New York
#23 of 346
public schools
In district
#16 of 118
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Battery Park City School
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About Battery Park City School
Battery Park City School is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2. Battery Park City School serves approximately 803 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Battery Park City School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #247 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Battery Park City School show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 7.8
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Battery Park City School — Students at Battery Park City School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
21.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 37 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.
How Battery Park City School Compares
See how Battery Park City School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
55 BATTERY PL, New York, NY 10011
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Battery Park City School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 89 (rated 8.6/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is PS 234 INDEPENDENCE SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PINE STREET SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 94 New York | 0.0 mi | 3.8 |
| BATTERY PARK MONTESSORI New York | 0.1 mi | — |
| JOHN V LINDSAY WILDCAT ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL New York | 0.1 mi | 6.3 |
| PS 150 New York | 0.2 mi | 7.8 |
| THE LANG SCHOOL New York | 0.2 mi | 7.1 |
| RICHARD R GREEN HIGH SCHOOL OF TEACHING New York | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL OF BUSINESS FOR YOUNG WOMEN New York | 0.3 mi | 8.5 |
| LOWER MANHATTAN COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL New York | 0.3 mi | 8.8 |
| NEW YORK CITY CHARTER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS New York | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| LEADERSHIP & PUBLIC SERVICE HIGH SCHOOL New York | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| HIGH SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS & FINANCE New York | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| MILLENNIUM HIGH SCHOOL New York | 0.3 mi | 8.0 |
| LEMAN MANHATTAN PREPARATORY SCHOOL New York | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| QUAD PREPARATORY SCHOOL (THE) Manhattan | 0.4 mi | 8.7 |
| PINE STREET SCHOOL New York | 0.4 mi | 8.1 |
| THE TITUS SCHOOL New York | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| PS 89 New York | 0.7 mi | 8.6 |
| IS 289 New York | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| PS 234 INDEPENDENCE SCHOOL New York | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| GERMAN SCHOOL MANHATTAN New York | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10011 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$146,571
Median Home Value
$1,165,800
Median Rent
$2,868/mo
Population
49,344
College Educated
79.2%
Homeownership
36%
Avg Commute
23.8 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
43
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRUNO M PONTERIO RIDGE STREET SCHOOL Rye Brook, NY | 8.6 |
| EAST HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Roslyn Heights, NY | 8.6 |
| PS 127 MCKINLEY PARK Brooklyn, NY | 8.6 |
| PS 183 ROBERT L STEVENSON New York, NY | 8.6 |
| PS 196 GRAND CENTRAL PARKWAY Forest Hills, NY | 8.6 |
| PS 24 SPUYTEN DUYVIL Bronx, NY | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Battery Park City School
What grades does Battery Park City School serve?
Battery Park City School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Battery Park City School?
Battery Park City School has an enrollment of approximately 803 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Battery Park City School?
The student-teacher ratio at Battery Park City School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Battery Park City School rank in NY?
Battery Park City School ranks #247 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Battery Park City School's MySchoolScout rating?
Battery Park City School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Battery Park City School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Battery Park City School has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
Is Battery Park City School a charter school?
No, Battery Park City School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Battery Park City School a Title I school?
No, Battery Park City School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Battery Park City School?
21.3% of students at Battery Park City School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 803
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 61
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 21.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.8%
- Phone
- (212) 266-5800
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2- District Enrollment
- 55,421
- Schools in District
- 119
- District Rank
- #16 of 118
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