Very Good
#1344 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 28% in state
PS 111 Adolph S Ochs
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2
440 W 53RD ST, New York, NY 10019
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,344 of 4,742
In New York
#136 of 346
public schools
In district
#75 of 118
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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PS 111 Adolph S Ochs
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About PS 111 Adolph S Ochs
PS 111 Adolph S Ochs is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2. PS 111 Adolph S Ochs serves approximately 395 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 111 Adolph S Ochs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,344 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 111 Adolph S Ochs show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.8
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
81% of students at PS 111 Adolph S Ochs 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 111 Adolph S Ochs — Students at PS 111 Adolph S Ochs score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.4%
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: 9.6/10.
How PS 111 Adolph S Ochs Compares
See how PS 111 Adolph S Ochs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
440 W 53RD ST, New York, NY 10019
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 111 Adolph S Ochs may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 452 (rated 8.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is HUDSONWAY IMMERSION SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HELL'S KITCHEN (rated 7.3/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10019 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$121,835
Median Home Value
$1,066,100
Median Rent
$2,619/mo
Population
44,276
College Educated
77.5%
Homeownership
21.6%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Median Age
40.6
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Compare PS 111 Adolph S Ochs with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
- ComparePS 111 Adolph S Ochs vs PS 133 FRED R MOORENEW YORK, NY Peer score 6.3/10 -1.0 vs PS 111 Adolph S Ochs
- ComparePS 111 Adolph S Ochs vs PROFESSOR JUAN BOSCH PUBLIC SCHOOLNEW YORK, NY Peer score 7.9/10 +0.6 vs PS 111 Adolph S Ochs
- ComparePS 111 Adolph S Ochs vs PS 92 MARY MCLEOD BETHUNENEW YORK, NY Peer score 5.8/10 -1.5 vs PS 111 Adolph S Ochs
- ComparePS 111 Adolph S Ochs vs CENTRAL PARK EAST IINew York, NY Peer score 5.5/10 -1.8 vs PS 111 Adolph S Ochs
- ComparePS 111 Adolph S Ochs vs PS 153 ADAM CLAYTON POWELLNew York, NY Peer score 4.9/10 -2.4 vs PS 111 Adolph S Ochs
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 111 Adolph S Ochs
What grades does PS 111 Adolph S Ochs serve?
PS 111 Adolph S Ochs serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 111 Adolph S Ochs?
PS 111 Adolph S Ochs has an enrollment of approximately 395 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 111 Adolph S Ochs?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 111 Adolph S Ochs is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 111 Adolph S Ochs rank in NY?
PS 111 Adolph S Ochs ranks #1,344 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 111 Adolph S Ochs's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 111 Adolph S Ochs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 111 Adolph S Ochs?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 111 Adolph S Ochs has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 111 Adolph S Ochs a charter school?
No, PS 111 Adolph S Ochs is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 111 Adolph S Ochs a Title I school?
No, PS 111 Adolph S Ochs is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 111 Adolph S Ochs?
74.4% of students at PS 111 Adolph S Ochs 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
- 395
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 80.8%
- Phone
- (212) 582-7420
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2- District Enrollment
- 55,421
- Schools in District
- 119
- District Rank
- #75 of 118
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