Excellent
#573 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 12% in state
PS 130 Hernando De Soto
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2
143 BAXTER ST, New York, NY 10013
Enrollment
575
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
575
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#573 of 4,742
In New York
#60 of 346
public schools
In district
#39 of 118
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2
Equity
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About PS 130 Hernando De Soto
PS 130 Hernando De Soto is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2. PS 130 Hernando De Soto serves approximately 575 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 130 Hernando De Soto has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #573 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 130 Hernando De Soto show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 7.8
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 130 Hernando De Soto — Students at PS 130 Hernando De Soto score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.2%
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
↓ 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: 8.1/10.
How PS 130 Hernando De Soto Compares
See how PS 130 Hernando De Soto 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
143 BAXTER ST, New York, NY 10013
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 130 Hernando De Soto 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 notably higher. Another option is PS 126 JACOB AUGUST RIIS (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PS 42 BENJAMIN ALTMAN (rated 8.1/10, 0.4 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 10013 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$159,474
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$2,378/mo
Population
28,215
College Educated
72%
Homeownership
29.5%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
9.9%
Median Age
40.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 130 Hernando De Soto
What grades does PS 130 Hernando De Soto serve?
PS 130 Hernando De Soto serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 130 Hernando De Soto?
PS 130 Hernando De Soto has an enrollment of approximately 575 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 130 Hernando De Soto?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 130 Hernando De Soto is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 130 Hernando De Soto rank in NY?
PS 130 Hernando De Soto ranks #573 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 130 Hernando De Soto's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 130 Hernando De Soto has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 130 Hernando De Soto?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 130 Hernando De Soto has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 130 Hernando De Soto a charter school?
No, PS 130 Hernando De Soto is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 130 Hernando De Soto a Title I school?
No, PS 130 Hernando De Soto is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 130 Hernando De Soto?
64.2% of students at PS 130 Hernando De Soto 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
- 575
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.6%
- Phone
- (212) 226-8072
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2- District Enrollment
- 55,421
- Schools in District
- 119
- District Rank
- #39 of 118
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