Excellent
#28 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 1% in state
PS 124 Yung Wing
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2
40 DIVISION ST, New York, NY 10002
Enrollment
500
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
500
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#28 of 4,742
In New York
#2 of 346
public schools
In district
#1 of 118
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2
Equity
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About PS 124 Yung Wing
PS 124 Yung Wing is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2. PS 124 Yung Wing serves approximately 500 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 124 Yung Wing has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #28 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 124 Yung Wing show 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- District avg 7.8
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 124 Yung Wing — Students at PS 124 Yung Wing score 86% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.2%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 9.1/10.
How PS 124 Yung Wing Compares
See how PS 124 Yung Wing 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
40 DIVISION ST, New York, NY 10002
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 124 Yung Wing may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 126 JACOB AUGUST RIIS (rated 8.5/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is PS 42 BENJAMIN ALTMAN (rated 8.1/10, 0.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, PS 130 HERNANDO DE SOTO (rated 8.1/10, 0.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10002 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,525
Median Home Value
$808,500
Median Rent
$1,207/mo
Population
75,517
College Educated
39%
Homeownership
18.6%
Avg Commute
31.1 min
Poverty Rate
24.9%
Median Age
42.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 124 Yung Wing
What grades does PS 124 Yung Wing serve?
PS 124 Yung Wing serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 124 Yung Wing?
PS 124 Yung Wing has an enrollment of approximately 500 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 124 Yung Wing?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 124 Yung Wing is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 124 Yung Wing rank in NY?
PS 124 Yung Wing ranks #28 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 124 Yung Wing's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 124 Yung Wing has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 124 Yung Wing?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 124 Yung Wing has 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 124 Yung Wing a charter school?
No, PS 124 Yung Wing is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 124 Yung Wing a Title I school?
No, PS 124 Yung Wing is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 124 Yung Wing?
57.2% of students at PS 124 Yung Wing 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
- 500
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.0%
- Phone
- (212) 966-7237
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2- District Enrollment
- 55,421
- Schools in District
- 119
- District Rank
- #1 of 118
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