Excellent
#298 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 6% in state
PS 126 Jacob August Riis
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2
80 CATHERINE ST, New York, NY 10038
Enrollment
566
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
566
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#298 of 4,742
In New York
#27 of 346
public schools
In district
#20 of 118
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2
Equity
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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PS 126 Jacob August Riis
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About PS 126 Jacob August Riis
PS 126 Jacob August Riis is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2. PS 126 Jacob August Riis serves approximately 566 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 126 Jacob August Riis has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #298 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 126 Jacob August Riis show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.8
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 126 Jacob August Riis — Students at PS 126 Jacob August Riis score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 39 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: 8.3/10.
How PS 126 Jacob August Riis Compares
See how PS 126 Jacob August Riis performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
80 CATHERINE ST, New York, NY 10038
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 126 Jacob August Riis may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 124 YUNG WING (rated 9.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SPRUCE STREET SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PECK SLIP SCHOOL (THE) (rated 9.0/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 1 ALFRED E SMITH New York | 0.1 mi | 5.7 |
| TRANSFIGURATION UPPER AND LOWER CAMPUS New York | 0.2 mi | 7.4 |
| PS 124 YUNG WING New York | 0.3 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 | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| URBAN ASSEMBLY MAKER ACADEMY New York | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| MANHATTAN EARLY COLLEGE SCHOOL FOR ADVERTISING New York | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| TRANSFIGURATION SCHOOL New York | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| PECK SLIP SCHOOL (THE) New York | 0.3 mi | 9.0 |
| PS 2 MEYER LONDON New York | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| MESIVTA TIFERETH JERUSALEM New York | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| EMMA LAZARUS HIGH SCHOOL New York | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| MS 131 New York | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| PACE HIGH SCHOOL New York | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| PS 42 BENJAMIN ALTMAN New York | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| PS 130 HERNANDO DE SOTO New York | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| SPRUCE STREET SCHOOL New York | 0.5 mi | 9.1 |
| DOCK STREET SCHOOL FOR STEAM STUDIES Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| THE TITUS SCHOOL New York | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| NEW DESIGN HIGH SCHOOL New York | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
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
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| ACADEMY FOR EXCELLENCE THROUGH THE ARTS (THE) Forest Hills, NY | 8.5 |
| CHANGO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ballston Lake, NY | 8.5 |
| COVERT AVENUE SCHOOL Elmont, NY | 8.5 |
| DODGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Amherst, NY | 8.5 |
| GARDINERS AVENUE SCHOOL Levittown, NY | 8.5 |
| GLENMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Glenmont, NY | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 126 Jacob August Riis
What grades does PS 126 Jacob August Riis serve?
PS 126 Jacob August Riis serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend PS 126 Jacob August Riis?
PS 126 Jacob August Riis has an enrollment of approximately 566 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 126 Jacob August Riis?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 126 Jacob August Riis is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 126 Jacob August Riis rank in NY?
PS 126 Jacob August Riis ranks #298 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 126 Jacob August Riis's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 126 Jacob August Riis has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 126 Jacob August Riis?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 126 Jacob August Riis has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 126 Jacob August Riis a charter school?
No, PS 126 Jacob August Riis is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 126 Jacob August Riis a Title I school?
No, PS 126 Jacob August Riis is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 126 Jacob August Riis?
73.3% of students at PS 126 Jacob August Riis 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 566
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.6%
- Phone
- (212) 962-2188
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2- District Enrollment
- 55,421
- Schools in District
- 119
- District Rank
- #20 of 118
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