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#2898 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 1 Alfred E Smith
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2
8 HENRY ST, New York, NY 10038
Enrollment
217
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
217
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,898 of 4,742
In New York
#233 of 346
public schools
In district
#106 of 118
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2
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About PS 1 Alfred E Smith
PS 1 Alfred E Smith is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2. PS 1 Alfred E Smith serves approximately 217 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 1 Alfred E Smith has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,898 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 1 Alfred E Smith show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 7.8
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
52% of students at PS 1 Alfred E Smith 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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PS 1 Alfred E Smith — Students at PS 1 Alfred E Smith score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.6%
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: 6.0/10.
How PS 1 Alfred E Smith Compares
See how PS 1 Alfred E Smith performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8 HENRY ST, New York, NY 10038
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 1 Alfred E Smith may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 124 YUNG WING (rated 9.2/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SPRUCE STREET SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PECK SLIP SCHOOL (THE) (rated 9.0/10, 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 | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TRANSFIGURATION UPPER AND LOWER CAMPUS New York | 0.1 mi | 7.4 |
| PS 126 JACOB AUGUST RIIS New York | 0.1 mi | 8.5 |
| TRANSFIGURATION SCHOOL New York | 0.2 mi | 5.9 |
| PS 124 YUNG WING New York | 0.2 mi | 9.2 |
| MURRY BERGTRAUM HIGH SCHOOL FOR BUSINESS CAREERS New York | 0.2 mi | 6.4 |
| URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL FOR EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT (THE) New York | 0.2 mi | 6.4 |
| URBAN ASSEMBLY MAKER ACADEMY New York | 0.2 mi | 5.3 |
| MANHATTAN EARLY COLLEGE SCHOOL FOR ADVERTISING New York | 0.2 mi | 5.7 |
| EMMA LAZARUS HIGH SCHOOL New York | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| MS 131 New York | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| PACE HIGH SCHOOL New York | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| PECK SLIP SCHOOL (THE) New York | 0.4 mi | 9.0 |
| PS 2 MEYER LONDON New York | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| PS 130 HERNANDO DE SOTO New York | 0.4 mi | 8.1 |
| MESIVTA TIFERETH JERUSALEM New York | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 42 BENJAMIN ALTMAN New York | 0.4 mi | 8.1 |
| SPRUCE STREET SCHOOL New York | 0.4 mi | 9.1 |
| NEW DESIGN HIGH SCHOOL New York | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR DUAL LANGUAGE AND ASIAN STUDIES New York | 0.5 mi | 8.8 |
| ESSEX STREET ACADEMY New York | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10038 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,121
Median Home Value
$865,700
Median Rent
$3,140/mo
Population
23,342
College Educated
61.6%
Homeownership
28.4%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
18%
Median Age
34.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BAYVILLE PRIMARY Bayville, NY | 5.7 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 5 Bronx, NY | 5.7 |
| CASTLE BRIDGE SCHOOL New York, NY | 5.7 |
| CLINTON V BUSH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jamestown, NY | 5.7 |
| EDWARD R ANDREWS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Morrisville, NY | 5.7 |
| HOLY CROSS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 1 Alfred E Smith
What grades does PS 1 Alfred E Smith serve?
PS 1 Alfred E Smith serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 1 Alfred E Smith?
PS 1 Alfred E Smith has an enrollment of approximately 217 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 1 Alfred E Smith?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 1 Alfred E Smith is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 1 Alfred E Smith rank in NY?
PS 1 Alfred E Smith ranks #2,898 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 1 Alfred E Smith's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 1 Alfred E Smith has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 PS 1 Alfred E Smith?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 1 Alfred E Smith has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 1 Alfred E Smith a charter school?
No, PS 1 Alfred E Smith is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 1 Alfred E Smith a Title I school?
No, PS 1 Alfred E Smith is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 1 Alfred E Smith?
86.6% of students at PS 1 Alfred E Smith 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
- 217
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.1%
- Phone
- (212) 267-4133
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2- District Enrollment
- 55,421
- Schools in District
- 119
- District Rank
- #106 of 118
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