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#856 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 18% in state

Ella Baker School

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2

317 E 67TH ST, New York, NY 10065

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

327

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

327

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#856 of 4,742

In New York

#90 of 346

public schools

In district

#56 of 118

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2

Academic growth

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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About Ella Baker School

Ella Baker School is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2. Ella Baker School serves approximately 327 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Ella Baker School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #856 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Ella Baker School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district

7.8

This school 7.8 · Very Good
District avg 7.8
NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

46% of students at Ella Baker 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress9.0Excellent50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data14

Annual Change+0.3 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendStable

Academics7.7Very Good30%

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

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Math Proficiency51.6% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency65.7% (2022 EdFacts)

Math vs. State Avg-1.9 pts

Reading vs. State Avg+4.8 pts

Overall Proficiency59% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+5.5 pts

Adjusted Percentile66th

Resources & Environment5.0Average20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio10.9:1

Chronic Absenteeism45.6%

Ella Baker School — Students at Ella Baker School score 59% 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

46.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 59.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

46.2% (2021 NYSED)

ELA Proficiency 65.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

55.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 36 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

92%

ELA

72%

2010

Math

62%

ELA

57%

2011

Math

77%

ELA

62%

2012

Math

32%

ELA

37%

2013

Math

47%

ELA

47%

2014

Math

47%

ELA

42%

2015

Math

32%

ELA

52%

2016

Math

42%

ELA

52%

2017

Math

54.5%

ELA

77%

2018

Math

57%

ELA

77%

2019

Math

57%

ELA

77%

2020*

Math

64.5%

ELA

74.5%

2021*

Math

70.3%

ELA

77.1%

2022

Math

51.6%

ELA

65.7%

* 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: 9.0/10.

How Ella Baker School Compares

See how Ella Baker School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

7.8/10

82th percentile in NY

Academic

7.7/10

Very Good

Growth

9.0/10

Excellent

Environment

5.0/10

Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

46%

Teaching Staff

11:1 student-teacher ratio

30 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

45.6%

Location

317 E 67TH ST, New York, NY 10065

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ella Baker School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 183 ROBERT L STEVENSON (rated 8.6/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is EAST SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL-PS 267 (rated 8.6/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, THE ALLEN-STEVENSON SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
TALENT UNLIMITED HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.0 mi	446	8.5
VANGUARD HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.0 mi	406	6.0
MANHATTAN INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.0 mi	376	4.1
URBAN ACADEMY LABORATORY HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.0 mi	128	6.0
PS 183 ROBERT L STEVENSON New York	0.2 mi	534	8.6
RABBI ARTHUR SCHNEIER PARK EAST DAY SCHOOL New York	0.2 mi	125	7.2
EAST SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL-PS 267 New York	0.2 mi	362	8.6
MANHATTAN HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS New York	0.3 mi	218	6.9
ST VINCENT FERRER HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	373	6.3
THE CATHEDRAL SCHOOL New York	0.4 mi	22	—
JHS 167 ROBERT F WAGNER New York	0.5 mi	1,007	8.5
ST JEAN BAPTISTE HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.5 mi	321	5.9
THE BIRCH WATHEN LENOX SCHOOL New York	0.5 mi	404	6.4
TEMPLE ISRAEL New York	0.5 mi	254	4.7
ELEANOR ROOSEVELT HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.5 mi	540	8.7
THE HEWITT SCHOOL New York	0.6 mi	464	7.6
LYCEE FRANCAIS DE NEW YORK New York	0.5 mi	1,091	5.6
THE ALLEN-STEVENSON SCHOOL New York	0.6 mi	389	8.2
ART AND DESIGN HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.5 mi	1,485	7.8
PS 59 BEEKMAN HILL INTERNATIONAL New York	0.5 mi	515	7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10065 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$160,938

Median Home Value

$1,368,200

Median Rent

$2,828/mo

Population

31,047

College Educated

85.9%

Homeownership

33.2%

Avg Commute

26.6 min

Poverty Rate

Median Age

40.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ella Baker School

What grades does Ella Baker School serve?

Ella Baker School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Ella Baker School?

Ella Baker School has an enrollment of approximately 327 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ella Baker School?

The student-teacher ratio at Ella Baker School is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ella Baker School rank in NY?

Ella Baker School ranks #856 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Ella Baker School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ella Baker School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Ella Baker School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ella Baker School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Ella Baker School a charter school?

No, Ella Baker School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ella Baker School a Title I school?

No, Ella Baker School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ella Baker School?

46.2% of students at Ella Baker 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 327
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10.9:1
Teachers (FTE): 30
Free/Reduced Lunch: 46.2%
Type: regular
Setting: Large City
County: New York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23): 45.6%
Phone: (212) 717-8809

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District

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2

District Enrollment: 55,421
Schools in District: 119
District Rank: #56 of 118

Other Schools in This District

PS 124 YUNG WING 9.2 SPRUCE STREET SCHOOL 9.1 BALLET TECH/NYC PUBLIC SCHOOL FOR DANCE 9.0 PECK SLIP SCHOOL (THE) 9.0 NYC LAB MS FOR COLLABORATIVE STUDIES 8.9

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