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#1933 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 41% in state

Children's Workshop School (the)

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 1

610 E 12TH ST, New York, NY 10009

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

319

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

319

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,933 of 4,742

In New York

#174 of 346

public schools

In district

#9 of 26

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 1

Academic growth

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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About Children's Workshop School (the)

Children's Workshop School (the) is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 1. Children's Workshop School (the) serves approximately 319 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Children's Workshop School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,933 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Children's Workshop School (the) show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.6 pts above district

6.7

This school 6.7 · Average
District avg 5.1
NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

46% of students at Children's Workshop School (the) were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress7.6Very Good50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data14

Annual Change-0.54 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendStable

Academics6.5Average30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency41.3% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency49.6% (2022 EdFacts)

Math vs. State Avg-12.2 pts

Reading vs. State Avg-11.3 pts

Overall Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-4.4 pts

Adjusted Percentile50th

Resources & Environment4.5Below Average20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1

Chronic Absenteeism46.1%

Children's Workshop School (the) — Students at Children's Workshop School (the) score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

55.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 46.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

48.1% (2021 NYSED)

ELA Proficiency 60.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009

Math

82%

ELA

72%

2010

Math

57%

ELA

57%

2011

Math

57%

ELA

47%

2012

Math

32%

ELA

32%

2013

Math

47%

ELA

42%

2014

Math

52%

ELA

47%

2015

Math

52%

ELA

62%

2016

Math

52%

ELA

62%

2017

Math

57%

ELA

67%

2018

Math

47%

ELA

57%

2019

Math

47%

ELA

57%

2020*

Math

30%

ELA

69.5%

2021*

Math

35%

ELA

76.4%

2022

Math

41.3%

ELA

49.6%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Children's Workshop School (the) Compares

See how Children's Workshop School (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

6.7/10

59th percentile in NY

Academic

6.5/10

Average

Growth

7.6/10

Very Good

Environment

4.5/10

Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

56%

Teaching Staff

13:1 student-teacher ratio

25 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

46.1%

Location

610 E 12TH ST, New York, NY 10009

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Children's Workshop School (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 40 AUGUSTUS SAINT-GAUDENS (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PS 15 ROBERTO CLEMENTE (rated 7.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
PS 34 FRANKLIN D ROOSEVELT New York	0.2 mi	217	2.6
EAST SIDE COMMUNITY SCHOOL New York	0.2 mi	695	7.1
PS 64 ROBERT SIMON New York	0.3 mi	188	5.0
EARTH SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	194	2.5
TOMPKINS SQUARE MIDDLE SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	328	6.3
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	112	7.2
NEW AMSTERDAM SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	35	6.4
PS 15 ROBERTO CLEMENTE New York	0.4 mi	190	7.2
EAST VILLAGE COMMUNITY SCHOOL (THE) New York	0.3 mi	473	6.5
HIGH SCHOOL FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONS & HUMAN SERVICES New York	0.4 mi	1,667	8.3
INSTITUTE FOR COLLABORATIVE EDUCATION New York	0.4 mi	479	8.7
PS 226 New York	0.4 mi	282	4.0
CORNELIA CONNELLY CENTER New York	0.4 mi	82	7.4
MANHATTAN COMPREHENSIVE NIGHT AND DAY HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.5 mi	629	4.8
PS 188 ISLAND SCHOOL (THE) New York	0.6 mi	456	4.8
GIRLS PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL OF NEW YORK New York	0.6 mi	206	4.5
JHS 104 SIMON BARUCH New York	0.6 mi	958	7.9
PS 40 AUGUSTUS SAINT-GAUDENS New York	0.6 mi	537	8.1
MS 255 SALK SCHOOL OF SCIENCE New York	0.6 mi	369	8.3
NEW EXPLORATIONS INTO SCIENCETECH AND MATH HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.6 mi	1,613	7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10009 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,963

Median Home Value

$690,600

Median Rent

$1,925/mo

Population

58,341

College Educated

62.6%

Homeownership

8.9%

Avg Commute

30.8 min

Poverty Rate

19.5%

Median Age

38.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Children's Workshop School (the)

What grades does Children's Workshop School (the) serve?

Children's Workshop School (the) serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Children's Workshop School (the)?

Children's Workshop School (the) has an enrollment of approximately 319 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Children's Workshop School (the)?

The student-teacher ratio at Children's Workshop School (the) is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Children's Workshop School (the) rank in NY?

Children's Workshop School (the) ranks #1,933 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Children's Workshop School (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?

Children's Workshop School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Children's Workshop School (the)?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Children's Workshop School (the) has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Children's Workshop School (the) a charter school?

No, Children's Workshop School (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Children's Workshop School (the) a Title I school?

No, Children's Workshop School (the) is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Children's Workshop School (the)?

55.8% of students at Children's Workshop School (the) qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades: Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment: 319
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.8:1
Teachers (FTE): 25
Free/Reduced Lunch: 55.8%
Type: regular
Setting: Large City
County: New York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23): 46.1%
Phone: (212) 614-9531

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District

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 1

District Enrollment: 9,896
Schools in District: 26
District Rank: #9 of 26

Other Schools in This District

BARD HIGH SCHOOL EARLY COLLEGE 9.1 UNIVERSITY NEIGHBORHOOD HIGH SCHOOL 8.6 PS 110 FLORENCE NIGHTINGALE 7.9 NEW EXPLORATIONS INTO SCIENCETECH AND MATH HIGH SCHOOL 7.6 ORCHARD COLLEGIATE ACADEMY 7.5

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