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#143 of 4,739 schools in NY

Top 3% in state

Dos Puentes Elementary School

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6

185 WADSWORTH AVE, New York, NY 10033

Enrollment

434

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In New York

#20 of 346

public schools

New York elementary schools

#103 of 2,549

In district

#6 of 45

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6

Academic growth

10.0 / 10

Exceptional

About Dos Puentes Elementary School

Dos Puentes Elementary School is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6. The school serves approximately 434 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 13.6:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.7/10, placing it in the 97th percentile among NY schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 61% proficiency in math, 10 points above the state average and 78% in reading/language arts, 16 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (10.0/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $75,585, where 41% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large city setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress10.0Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+19.88 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendImproving
Academics8.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency69.5%
Reading/ELA Proficiency90%
Math vs. State Avg+16 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+29.1 pts
Overall Proficiency80%
Expected (poverty-adj.)53%
vs. Expected+26.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
College Readiness—Not Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment4.9Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1

Dos Puentes Elementary School — Students at Dos Puentes Elementary School score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

67.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY NYSED (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 61.1%
School
State
50.7%
ELA Proficiency 77.5%
School
State
61.6%

Based on 8 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2019
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
69.2%
ELA
89.3%

* 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: 10.0/10.

How Dos Puentes Elementary School Compares

See how Dos Puentes Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.7/10
97th percentile in NY
Academic
8.9/10
8.9/10
Growth
10.0/10
Above average
Environment
4.9/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
67%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers

Performance Trends

Math proficiency has improved from 37% (2019) to 69.5% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 42% (2019) to 90% (2021).

Location

185 WADSWORTH AVE, New York, NY 10033

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dos Puentes Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 173 (rated 8.4/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is PS 48 PO MICHAEL J BUCZEK (rated 7.3/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, PS/IS 187 HUDSON CLIFFS (rated 7.2/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.6 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 132 JUAN PABLO DUARTE New York 0.0 mi 5.4
IS 528 BEA FULLER RODGERS SCHOOL New York 0.0 mi 6.2
SCHOOL IN THE SQUARE PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL New York 0.2 mi 2.6
YESHIVA RABBI SAMSON RAPHAEL HIRSCH New York 0.2 mi 7.0
PS 48 PO MICHAEL J BUCZEK New York 0.2 mi 7.3
JHS 143 ELEANOR ROOSEVELT New York 0.2 mi 5.0
WASHINGTON HEIGHTS EXPEDITIONARY LEARNING SCHOOL New York 0.2 mi 8.5
ST ELIZABETH SCHOOL New York 0.2 mi 6.3
ST ELIZABETH CATHOLIC SCHOOL New York 0.2 mi 6.3
PS 115 ALEXANDER HUMBOLDT New York 0.3 mi 5.5
INCARNATION SCHOOL New York 0.4 mi 6.4
PS/IS 187 HUDSON CLIFFS New York 0.4 mi 7.2
PS 189 New York 0.4 mi 4.0
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - WASHINGTON HEIGHTS New York 0.5 mi 4.6
PS 173 New York 0.5 mi 8.4
COLLEGE ACADEMY (THE) New York 0.5 mi 6.8
HIGH SCHOOL FOR MEDIA & COMMUNICATIONS New York 0.5 mi 5.2
HIGH SCHOOL FOR LAW & PUBLIC SERVICE New York 0.5 mi 7.3
HIGH SCHOOL FOR HEALTH CAREERS & SCIENCES New York 0.5 mi 5.6
EQUITY PROJECT CHARTER SCHOOL (THE) New York 0.6 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10033 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,585

Median Home Value

$709,100

Median Rent

$1,742/mo

Population

53,611

College Educated

41.3%

Homeownership

15.4%

Avg Commute

41.3 min

Poverty Rate

17%

Median Age

37.7

Community Profile

The community surrounding Dos Puentes Elementary School has a median household income of $75,585. It is a well-educated community where 41% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $709,100, with a median rent of $1,742/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.0%. The average commute in the area is 41 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dos Puentes Elementary School

What grades does Dos Puentes Elementary School serve?

Dos Puentes Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Dos Puentes Elementary School?

Dos Puentes Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 434 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dos Puentes Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Dos Puentes Elementary School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dos Puentes Elementary School rank in NY?

Dos Puentes Elementary School is ranked #143 out of 4,739 schools in NY.

What is Dos Puentes Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Dos Puentes Elementary School has a composite rating of 8.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Dos Puentes Elementary School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Dos Puentes Elementary School has 61.1% math proficiency and 77.5% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Dos Puentes Elementary School a charter school?

No, Dos Puentes Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Dos Puentes Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Dos Puentes Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dos Puentes Elementary School?

67.1% of students at Dos Puentes Elementary 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
93 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
77 Very Bikeable
City Safety
High (3,049/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (New York). Data >1 year old.

Compare This School

How does Dos Puentes Elementary School stack up?

PS 133 FRED R MOORE
9.5
PS 92 MARY MCLEOD BETHUNE
9.4
PROFESSOR JUAN BOSCH PUBLIC SCHOOL
9.4
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
434
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
67.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
New York County
Phone
(212) 781-1803
Data Year
2023–2024

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District

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6
District Enrollment
17,940
Schools in District
45
District Rank
#6 of 45

Other Schools in This District

PROFESSOR JUAN BOSCH PUBLIC SCHOOL 9.4 AMISTAD DUAL LANGUAGE SCHOOL 9.3 PS 153 ADAM CLAYTON POWELL 9.3 WILLIAM LYNCH SCHOOL (THE) 9.0 COMMUNITY HEALTH ACADEMY OF THE HEIGHTS 8.8

Compare This School

⚖️ vs PS 133 FRED R MOORE 9.5/10 ⚖️ vs PS 92 MARY MCLEOD BETHUNE 9.4/10 ⚖️ vs PROFESSOR JUAN BOSCH PUBLIC SCHOOL 9.4/10 ⚖️ vs PS 15 ROBERTO CLEMENTE 9.2/10 ⚖️ vs PS 110 FLORENCE NIGHTINGALE 9.2/10 ⚖️ vs PS 75 EMILY DICKINSON 9.2/10

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology
Data sources
NCES CCDSY 2022-23NY NYSED2020-21NCES EdFacts2019–2022Census ACS2019-2023MySchoolScout Rankings2024 Full details →

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