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#1843 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 39% in state
Paula Hedbavny School
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6
421 W 219TH ST, New York, NY 10034
Enrollment
290
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
290
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,843 of 4,742
In New York
#173 of 346
public schools
In district
#12 of 45
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6
Academic growth
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Paula Hedbavny School
Paula Hedbavny School is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6. Paula Hedbavny School serves approximately 290 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Paula Hedbavny School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,843 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Paula Hedbavny School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 8.3:1 students to teachers, Paula Hedbavny School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
41% of students at Paula Hedbavny 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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Paula Hedbavny School — Students at Paula Hedbavny School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 36 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: 7.4/10.
How Paula Hedbavny School Compares
See how Paula Hedbavny School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
421 W 219TH ST, New York, NY 10034
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Paula Hedbavny School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. AMBER CHARTER SCHOOL KINGSBRIDGE (rated 8.0/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Bronx), which scores notably higher. Another option is KINNERET DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Bronx), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, AMBER CHARTER SCHOOL INWOOD (rated 6.9/10, 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 0.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10034 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,786
Median Home Value
$518,000
Median Rent
$1,621/mo
Population
39,037
College Educated
39.2%
Homeownership
10%
Avg Commute
46.8 min
Poverty Rate
14.6%
Median Age
38.1
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| ALDEN INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Alden, NY | 6.8 |
| APALACHIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Apalachin, NY | 6.8 |
| DUANESBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delanson, NY | 6.8 |
| EAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Beach, NY | 6.8 |
| FAIRMONT NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 6.8 |
| FLATBUSH ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Paula Hedbavny School
What grades does Paula Hedbavny School serve?
Paula Hedbavny School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Paula Hedbavny School?
Paula Hedbavny School has an enrollment of approximately 290 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Paula Hedbavny School?
The student-teacher ratio at Paula Hedbavny School is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Paula Hedbavny School rank in NY?
Paula Hedbavny School ranks #1,843 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Paula Hedbavny School's MySchoolScout rating?
Paula Hedbavny School 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 Paula Hedbavny School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Paula Hedbavny School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Paula Hedbavny School a charter school?
No, Paula Hedbavny School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Paula Hedbavny School a Title I school?
No, Paula Hedbavny School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Paula Hedbavny School?
71.4% of students at Paula Hedbavny 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
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 290
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.0%
- Phone
- (212) 521-2060
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6- District Enrollment
- 17,940
- Schools in District
- 45
- District Rank
- #12 of 45
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