Below Average
#3603 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 116 Mary Lindley Murray
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2
210 E 33RD ST, New York, NY 10016
Enrollment
362
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
362
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,603 of 4,742
In New York
#279 of 346
public schools
In district
#115 of 118
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2
Academic performance
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About PS 116 Mary Lindley Murray
PS 116 Mary Lindley Murray is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2. PS 116 Mary Lindley Murray serves approximately 362 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 116 Mary Lindley Murray has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,603 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 116 Mary Lindley Murray show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 7.8
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
66% of students at PS 116 Mary Lindley Murray 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 116 Mary Lindley Murray — Students at PS 116 Mary Lindley Murray score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.4%
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: 4.6/10.
How PS 116 Mary Lindley Murray Compares
See how PS 116 Mary Lindley Murray performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
210 E 33RD ST, New York, NY 10016
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 116 Mary Lindley Murray may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RIVER SCHOOL (THE) (rated 8.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is 47 AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE AND ENGLISH LOWER SCHOOL (THE) (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 40 AUGUSTUS SAINT-GAUDENS (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. 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 10016 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$153,065
Median Home Value
$928,400
Median Rent
$3,321/mo
Population
54,297
College Educated
81.7%
Homeownership
27.7%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
9.8%
Median Age
33.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 116 Mary Lindley Murray
What grades does PS 116 Mary Lindley Murray serve?
PS 116 Mary Lindley Murray serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 116 Mary Lindley Murray?
PS 116 Mary Lindley Murray has an enrollment of approximately 362 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 116 Mary Lindley Murray?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 116 Mary Lindley Murray is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 116 Mary Lindley Murray rank in NY?
PS 116 Mary Lindley Murray ranks #3,603 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 116 Mary Lindley Murray's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 116 Mary Lindley Murray has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 116 Mary Lindley Murray?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 116 Mary Lindley Murray has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 116 Mary Lindley Murray a charter school?
No, PS 116 Mary Lindley Murray is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 116 Mary Lindley Murray a Title I school?
No, PS 116 Mary Lindley Murray is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 116 Mary Lindley Murray?
46.4% of students at PS 116 Mary Lindley Murray 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
- 362
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 65.5%
- Phone
- (212) 685-4366
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2- District Enrollment
- 55,421
- Schools in District
- 119
- District Rank
- #115 of 118
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