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Excellent

#229 of 4,739 schools in NY

Top 5% in state

PS 134 Henrietta Szold

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 1

293 E BROADWAY, New York, NY 10002

Enrollment

201

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In New York

#25 of 346

public schools

New York elementary schools

#158 of 2,549

In district

#4 of 26

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 1

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Exceptional

About PS 134 Henrietta Szold

PS 134 Henrietta Szold is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 1. The school serves approximately 201 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 11.2:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.5/10, placing it in the 95.2th percentile among NY schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 29% proficiency in math and 64% in reading/language arts, 2 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.6/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $46,525, where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large city setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.6Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+8.38 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendImproving
Academics6.6Above Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25%
Reading/ELA Proficiency75%
Reading vs. State Avg+12.7 pts
Overall Proficiency50%
Expected (poverty-adj.)43%
vs. Expected+7.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
College Readiness—Not Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1

PS 134 Henrietta Szold — Students at PS 134 Henrietta Szold score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

97%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY NYSED (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 28.5%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 64.0%
School
State
62.3%

Based on 5 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
77.5%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How PS 134 Henrietta Szold Compares

See how PS 134 Henrietta Szold performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
95th percentile in NY
Academic
6.6/10
6.6/10
Growth
9.6/10
Above average
Environment
8.6/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
97%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers

Performance Trends

Math proficiency has declined from 32% (2019) to 25% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 37% (2019) to 75% (2021).

Location

293 E BROADWAY, New York, NY 10002

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 134 Henrietta Szold may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 110 FLORENCE NIGHTINGALE (rated 9.2/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 20 ANNA SILVER (rated 8.4/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS 140 NATHAN STRAUS (rated 7.9/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.4 mi
School Distance Rating
UNIVERSITY NEIGHBORHOOD HIGH SCHOOL New York 0.1 mi 7.5
BETH JACOB PAROCHIAL SCHOOL New York 0.2 mi 5.0
ORCHARD COLLEGIATE ACADEMY New York 0.2 mi 6.2
UNIVERSITY NEIGHBORHOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL New York 0.2 mi 9.2
MANHATTAN CHARTER SCHOOL II New York 0.2 mi 4.6
PS 110 FLORENCE NIGHTINGALE New York 0.2 mi 9.2
PS 184 SHUANG WEN New York 0.2 mi 6.4
PS 142 AMALIA CASTRO New York 0.3 mi 6.6
MANHATTAN CHARTER SCHOOL New York 0.3 mi 5.8
PS 140 NATHAN STRAUS New York 0.3 mi 7.9
NEW EXPLORATIONS INTO SCIENCETECH AND MATH HIGH SCHOOL New York 0.4 mi 7.0
LOWER EAST SIDE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL New York 0.4 mi 5.3
SCHOOL FOR GLOBAL LEADERS New York 0.4 mi 5.0
NEW DESIGN HIGH SCHOOL New York 0.4 mi 6.2
HIGH SCHOOL FOR DUAL LANGUAGE AND ASIAN STUDIES New York 0.4 mi 7.1
ESSEX STREET ACADEMY New York 0.4 mi 5.7
URBAN ASSEMBLY ACADEMY OF GOVERNMENT AND LAW New York 0.4 mi 8.5
LOWER MANHATTAN ARTS ACADEMY New York 0.4 mi 7.1
PS 20 ANNA SILVER New York 0.5 mi 8.4
PS 42 BENJAMIN ALTMAN New York 0.4 mi 7.3

Neighborhood 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

Community Profile

The community surrounding PS 134 Henrietta Szold has a median household income of $46,525. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $808,500, with a median rent of $1,207/month. The area has a poverty rate of 24.9%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BLUE POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blue Point, NY 8.5
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ERNEST C MYER SCHOOL Hurley, NY 8.5
FORT HILL COLLABORATIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Staten Island, NY 8.5
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LENOX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwin, NY 8.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PS 134 Henrietta Szold

What grades does PS 134 Henrietta Szold serve?

PS 134 Henrietta Szold serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend PS 134 Henrietta Szold?

PS 134 Henrietta Szold has an enrollment of approximately 201 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 134 Henrietta Szold?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 134 Henrietta Szold is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 134 Henrietta Szold rank in NY?

PS 134 Henrietta Szold is ranked #229 out of 4,739 schools in NY.

What is PS 134 Henrietta Szold's MySchoolScout rating?

PS 134 Henrietta Szold has a composite rating of 8.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at PS 134 Henrietta Szold?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, PS 134 Henrietta Szold has 28.5% math proficiency and 64.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is PS 134 Henrietta Szold a charter school?

No, PS 134 Henrietta Szold is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 134 Henrietta Szold a Title I school?

No, PS 134 Henrietta Szold is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 134 Henrietta Szold?

97.0% of students at PS 134 Henrietta Szold 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
97 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
96 Biker’s Paradise
City Safety
High (3,049/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (New York). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
201
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
97.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
New York County
Phone
(212) 673-4470
Data Year
2023–2024

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District

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 1
District Enrollment
9,896
Schools in District
26
District Rank
#4 of 26

Other Schools in This District

PS 110 FLORENCE NIGHTINGALE 9.2 PS 15 ROBERTO CLEMENTE 9.2 UNIVERSITY NEIGHBORHOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL 9.2 PS 20 ANNA SILVER 8.4 BARD HIGH SCHOOL EARLY COLLEGE 7.9

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology
Data sources
NCES CCDSY 2022-23NY NYSED2020-21NCES EdFacts2019–2022Census ACS2019-2023MySchoolScout Rankings2024 Full details →

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