Needs Improvement
#4700 of 4,742 schools in NY
Earth School
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 1
600 E 6TH ST, New York, NY 10009
Enrollment
194
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
2.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
194
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
2.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,700 of 4,742
In New York
#346 of 346
public schools
In district
#26 of 26
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 1
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About Earth School
Earth School is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 1. Earth School serves approximately 194 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Earth School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,700 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Earth School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 2.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.1
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 194 students, Earth School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
55% of students at Earth School 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
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Earth School — Students at Earth School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.5/10.
How Earth School Compares
See how Earth School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
600 E 6TH ST, New York, NY 10009
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Earth School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 15 ROBERTO CLEMENTE (rated 7.2/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHILDREN'S WORKSHOP SCHOOL (THE) (rated 6.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 64 ROBERT SIMON New York | 0.0 mi | 5.0 |
| TOMPKINS SQUARE MIDDLE SCHOOL New York | 0.0 mi | 6.3 |
| NEW AMSTERDAM SCHOOL New York | 0.1 mi | 6.4 |
| CORNELIA CONNELLY CENTER New York | 0.1 mi | 7.4 |
| PS 15 ROBERTO CLEMENTE New York | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| STAR ACADEMY PS 63 (THE) New York | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL New York | 0.2 mi | 2.8 |
| CHILDREN'S WORKSHOP SCHOOL (THE) New York | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| EAST SIDE COMMUNITY SCHOOL New York | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| NEW EXPLORATIONS INTO SCIENCETECH AND MATH HIGH SCHOOL New York | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| PS 140 NATHAN STRAUS New York | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| PS 20 ANNA SILVER New York | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| LOWER EAST SIDE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL New York | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| SCHOOL FOR GLOBAL LEADERS New York | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| PS 188 ISLAND SCHOOL (THE) New York | 0.4 mi | 4.8 |
| GIRLS PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL OF NEW YORK New York | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| EAST VILLAGE COMMUNITY SCHOOL (THE) New York | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL New York | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| PS 142 AMALIA CASTRO New York | 0.4 mi | 4.2 |
| MANHATTAN CHARTER SCHOOL New York | 0.4 mi | 4.8 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| PLEASANT AVENUE SCHOOL Johnstown, NY | 2.5 |
| PS 18 EDWARD BUSH Brooklyn, NY | 2.5 |
| PS 243 WEEKSVILLE SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn, NY | 2.5 |
| PS 270 JOHANN DEKALB Brooklyn, NY | 2.5 |
| STARBUCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Watertown, NY | 2.5 |
| PS 34 FRANKLIN D ROOSEVELT New York, NY | 2.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Earth School
What grades does Earth School serve?
Earth School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Earth School?
Earth School has an enrollment of approximately 194 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Earth School?
The student-teacher ratio at Earth School is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Earth School rank in NY?
Earth School ranks #4,700 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Earth School's MySchoolScout rating?
Earth School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 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 Earth School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Earth School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Earth School a charter school?
No, Earth School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Earth School a Title I school?
No, Earth School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Earth School?
58.2% of students at Earth 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 194
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.2%
- Phone
- (212) 477-1735
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 1- District Enrollment
- 9,896
- Schools in District
- 26
- District Rank
- #26 of 26
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