Average
#2275 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 48% in state
PS 133 Fred R Moore
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5
2121 5TH AVE, New York, NY 10037
Enrollment
187
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
187
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,275 of 4,742
In New York
#202 of 346
public schools
In district
#8 of 28
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About PS 133 Fred R Moore
PS 133 Fred R Moore is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5. PS 133 Fred R Moore serves approximately 187 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 133 Fred R Moore has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,275 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 133 Fred R Moore show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 187 students, PS 133 Fred R Moore is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at PS 133 Fred R Moore sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 7.5:1 students to teachers, PS 133 Fred R Moore sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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PS 133 Fred R Moore — Students at PS 133 Fred R Moore score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 33 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: 9.3/10.
How PS 133 Fred R Moore Compares
See how PS 133 Fred R Moore performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2121 5TH AVE, New York, NY 10037
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 133 Fred R Moore may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GLOBAL COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 2 (rated 7.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HARLEM VILLAGE ACADEMY WEST 2 CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 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 10037 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,250
Median Rent
$1,406/mo
Population
18,333
College Educated
43.2%
Homeownership
8.9%
Avg Commute
39.5 min
Poverty Rate
27.9%
Median Age
41.6
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Compare PS 133 Fred R Moore with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
- ComparePS 133 Fred R Moore vs PROFESSOR JUAN BOSCH PUBLIC SCHOOLNEW YORK, NY Peer score 7.9/10 +1.6 vs PS 133 Fred R Moore
- ComparePS 133 Fred R Moore vs PS 92 MARY MCLEOD BETHUNENEW YORK, NY Peer score 5.8/10 -0.5 vs PS 133 Fred R Moore
- ComparePS 133 Fred R Moore vs PS 153 ADAM CLAYTON POWELLNEW YORK, NY Peer score 4.9/10 -1.4 vs PS 133 Fred R Moore
- ComparePS 133 Fred R Moore vs AMISTAD DUAL LANGUAGE SCHOOLNEW YORK, NY Peer score 7.1/10 +0.8 vs PS 133 Fred R Moore
- ComparePS 133 Fred R Moore vs WILLIAM LYNCH SCHOOL (THE)NEW YORK, NY Peer score 5.6/10 -0.7 vs PS 133 Fred R Moore
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 133 Fred R Moore
What grades does PS 133 Fred R Moore serve?
PS 133 Fred R Moore serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 133 Fred R Moore?
PS 133 Fred R Moore has an enrollment of approximately 187 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 133 Fred R Moore?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 133 Fred R Moore is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 133 Fred R Moore rank in NY?
PS 133 Fred R Moore ranks #2,275 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 133 Fred R Moore's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 133 Fred R Moore has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 133 Fred R Moore?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 133 Fred R Moore has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 133 Fred R Moore a charter school?
No, PS 133 Fred R Moore is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 133 Fred R Moore a Title I school?
No, PS 133 Fred R Moore is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 133 Fred R Moore?
95.2% of students at PS 133 Fred R Moore qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 187
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 66.8%
- Phone
- (212) 690-5936
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5- District Enrollment
- 8,945
- Schools in District
- 28
- District Rank
- #8 of 28
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