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#1841 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 39% in state

Locke School of Arts and Engineering (the)

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3

20 W 112TH ST, New York, NY 10026

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

290

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

290

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,841 of 4,742

In New York

#171 of 346

public schools

In district

#26 of 42

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3

Academic growth

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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About Locke School of Arts and Engineering (the)

Locke School of Arts and Engineering (the) is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3. Locke School of Arts and Engineering (the) serves approximately 290 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Locke School of Arts and Engineering (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,841 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Locke School of Arts and Engineering (the) show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district

6.8

This school 6.8 · Average
District avg 6.5
NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Locke School of Arts and Engineering (the) sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

59% of students at Locke School of Arts and Engineering (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 Progress9.9Excellent50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data5

Annual Change+2.81 pts/yr

Data Period2018–2022

TrendImproving

Academics4.3Below Average30%

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

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Math Proficiency26.1% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency32.1% (2022 EdFacts)

Math vs. State Avg-27.4 pts

Reading vs. State Avg-28.8 pts

Overall Proficiency29% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-16.6 pts

Adjusted Percentile24th

Resources & Environment2.9Needs Improvement20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1

Chronic Absenteeism59.3%

Locke School of Arts and Engineering (the) — Students at Locke School of Arts and Engineering (the) score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

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Free/Reduced Lunch

67.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 23.9% (multi-year average, 2018-2022)

School

State

48.1% (2021 NYSED)

ELA Proficiency 44.4% (multi-year average, 2018-2022)

School

State

57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 16 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2018

Math

17%

ELA

27%

2019

Math

17%

ELA

27%

2020*

Math

30%

ELA

49.5%

2021*

Math

25.3%

ELA

54.9%

2022

Math

26.1%

ELA

32.2%

* 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: 9.9/10.

How Locke School of Arts and Engineering (the) Compares

See how Locke School of Arts and Engineering (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

6.8/10

61th percentile in NY

Academic

4.3/10

Below Average

Growth

9.9/10

Excellent

Environment

2.9/10

Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

68%

Teaching Staff

13:1 student-teacher ratio

22 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

59.3%

Location

20 W 112TH ST, New York, NY 10026

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Locke School of Arts and Engineering (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. REECE SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 171 PATRICK HENRY (rated 8.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 4 (rated 8.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
HARLEM LINK CHARTER SCHOOL New York	0.0 mi	339	2.6
PS 108 ASSEMBLYMAN ANGELO DEL TORO EDUCATIONAL COMPLEX New York	0.2 mi	364	2.8
COOKE SCHOOL New York	0.2 mi	288	7.5
PS 149 SOJOURNER TRUTH New York	0.3 mi	260	4.7
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 1 New York	0.3 mi	1,553	6.4
CENTRAL PARK EAST HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	489	9.5
CENTRAL PARK EAST I New York	0.3 mi	156	6.6
EAST HARLEM SCHOLARS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL II New York	0.3 mi	400	6.1
MOSAIC PREPARATORY ACADEMY New York	0.3 mi	236	3.7
HARBOR SCIENCE AND ARTS CHARTER SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	238	3.5
REECE SCHOOL New York	0.4 mi	110	9.0
CRISTO REY NEW YORK HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.4 mi	386	5.8
WADLEIGH PERF AND VISUAL ARTS New York	0.4 mi	349	5.9
FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY II SECONDARY SCHOOL New York	0.4 mi	318	5.7
PS 171 PATRICK HENRY New York	0.4 mi	774	8.3
HERITAGE SCHOOL (THE) New York	0.5 mi	256	7.6
STEM INSTITUTE OF MANHATTAN New York	0.4 mi	133	5.9
OPPORTUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL New York	0.4 mi	379	7.5
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 4 New York	0.4 mi	217	8.1
LEXINGTON ACADEMY (THE) New York	0.5 mi	482	3.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10026 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,140

Median Home Value

$1,014,100

Median Rent

$1,546/mo

Population

37,113

College Educated

53.5%

Homeownership

23%

Avg Commute

35.2 min

Poverty Rate

17.7%

Median Age

37.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Locke School of Arts and Engineering (the)

What grades does Locke School of Arts and Engineering (the) serve?

Locke School of Arts and Engineering (the) serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Locke School of Arts and Engineering (the)?

Locke School of Arts and Engineering (the) has an enrollment of approximately 290 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Locke School of Arts and Engineering (the)?

The student-teacher ratio at Locke School of Arts and Engineering (the) is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Locke School of Arts and Engineering (the) rank in NY?

Locke School of Arts and Engineering (the) ranks #1,841 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Locke School of Arts and Engineering (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?

Locke School of Arts and Engineering (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Locke School of Arts and Engineering (the)?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Locke School of Arts and Engineering (the) has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).

Is Locke School of Arts and Engineering (the) a charter school?

No, Locke School of Arts and Engineering (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Locke School of Arts and Engineering (the) a Title I school?

No, Locke School of Arts and Engineering (the) is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Locke School of Arts and Engineering (the)?

67.9% of students at Locke School of Arts and Engineering (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: 290
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.2:1
Teachers (FTE): 22
Free/Reduced Lunch: 67.9%
Type: regular
Setting: Large City
County: New York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23): 59.3%
Phone: (212) 534-7490

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District

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3

District Enrollment: 19,335
Schools in District: 43
District Rank: #26 of 42

Other Schools in This District

PS 166 RICHARD ROGERS SCHOOL OF THE ARTS & SCIENCE (THE) 8.7 FIORELLO H LAGUARDIA HIGH SCHOOL 8.5 JHS 54 BOOKER T WASHINGTON 8.5 MANHATTAN/HUNTER SCIENCE HIGH SCHOOL 8.4 MS 245 COMPUTER SCHOOL (THE) 8.4

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