Average
#2098 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 44% in state
East Village Community School (the)
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 1
185 1ST AVE, New York, NY 10003
Enrollment
473
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
473
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,098 of 4,742
In New York
#183 of 346
public schools
In district
#10 of 26
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 1
Academic performance
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About East Village Community School (the)
East Village Community School (the) is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 1. East Village Community School (the) serves approximately 473 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. East Village Community School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,098 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for East Village Community School (the) show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 5.1
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, East Village Community School (the) sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
40% of students at East Village Community 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
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East Village Community School (the) — Students at East Village Community School (the) score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.4/10.
How East Village Community School (the) Compares
See how East Village Community School (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
185 1ST AVE, New York, NY 10003
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering East Village Community School (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 40 AUGUSTUS SAINT-GAUDENS (rated 8.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CHILDREN'S WORKSHOP SCHOOL (THE) (rated 6.7/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EAST SIDE COMMUNITY SCHOOL New York | 0.1 mi | 7.1 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL New York | 0.1 mi | 7.2 |
| MANHATTAN COMPREHENSIVE NIGHT AND DAY HIGH SCHOOL New York | 0.2 mi | 4.8 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONS & HUMAN SERVICES New York | 0.2 mi | 8.3 |
| INSTITUTE FOR COLLABORATIVE EDUCATION New York | 0.2 mi | 8.7 |
| PS 226 New York | 0.2 mi | 4.0 |
| FRIENDS SEMINARY New York | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| ST GEORGE ACADEMY New York | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| MANHATTAN SCHOOL FOR CAREER DEVELOPMENT New York | 0.3 mi | 3.8 |
| STAR ACADEMY PS 63 (THE) New York | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL New York | 0.4 mi | 2.8 |
| ST GEORGE ACADEMY New York | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| LASALLE ACADEMY New York | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| CHILDREN'S WORKSHOP SCHOOL (THE) New York | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| PS 40 AUGUSTUS SAINT-GAUDENS New York | 0.4 mi | 8.1 |
| MS 255 SALK SCHOOL OF SCIENCE New York | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| PS 64 ROBERT SIMON New York | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| EARTH SCHOOL New York | 0.4 mi | 2.5 |
| TOMPKINS SQUARE MIDDLE SCHOOL New York | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| NEW AMSTERDAM SCHOOL New York | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$153,750
Median Home Value
$1,137,000
Median Rent
$2,772/mo
Population
53,825
College Educated
82.2%
Homeownership
34.7%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
12.7%
Median Age
31.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALLEGHANY AVENUE SCHOOL Lindenhurst, NY | 6.5 |
| DANSVILLE PRIMARY SCHOOL Dansville, NY | 6.5 |
| EAST QUOGUE SCHOOL East Quogue, NY | 6.5 |
| EAST STREET SCHOOL Hicksville, NY | 6.5 |
| FAIRFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa, NY | 6.5 |
| FOREST PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany, NY | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about East Village Community School (the)
What grades does East Village Community School (the) serve?
East Village Community School (the) serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend East Village Community School (the)?
East Village Community School (the) has an enrollment of approximately 473 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at East Village Community School (the)?
The student-teacher ratio at East Village Community School (the) is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does East Village Community School (the) rank in NY?
East Village Community School (the) ranks #2,098 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is East Village Community School (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?
East Village Community School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 East Village Community School (the)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, East Village Community School (the) has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is East Village Community School (the) a charter school?
No, East Village Community School (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is East Village Community School (the) a Title I school?
No, East Village Community School (the) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East Village Community School (the)?
47.6% of students at East Village Community 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 473
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.2%
- Phone
- (212) 533-5340
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 1- District Enrollment
- 9,896
- Schools in District
- 26
- District Rank
- #10 of 26
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