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PS 138
School · NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75
144-176 E 128TH ST, New York, NY 10035
Enrollment
693
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
693
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
School environment
8.6 / 10
Exceptional
About PS 138
PS 138 is a public school in New York, NY, part of the NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75. The school serves approximately 693 students in grades Pre-K – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 5.5:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $40,556, where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 5.5:1, PS 138 offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 693 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.5:1
- Address
- 144-176 E 128TH ST, New York, NY 10035
- Phone
- (212) 369-2227
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How PS 138 Compares
See how PS 138 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
144-176 E 128TH ST, New York, NY 10035
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 138 may also want to explore other schools in the area. HARLEM VILLAGE ACADEMY EAST CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.5 miles away). Another option is HARLEM PREP CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 0.3 miles away). Additionally, DEMOCRACY PREP ENDURANCE CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 4.8/10, 0.3 miles away). 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 10035 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,556
Median Home Value
$663,500
Median Rent
$1,283/mo
Population
39,082
College Educated
30.7%
Homeownership
9.9%
Avg Commute
37.6 min
Poverty Rate
37.2%
Median Age
36.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding PS 138 has a median household income of $40,556. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $663,500, with a median rent of $1,283/month. The area has a poverty rate of 37.2%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute in the area is 38 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BETH ROCHEL SCHOOL-GIRLS Monsey, NY | 3.2 |
| LISBON CENTRAL SCHOOL Lisbon, NY | 3.4 |
| ROCHESTER ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 3.4 |
| BUFFALO ACADEMY OF SCIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo, NY | 3.7 |
| PHAROS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 3.7 |
| EAST HARLEM SCHOLARS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL New York, NY | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 138
What grades does PS 138 serve?
PS 138 serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend PS 138?
PS 138 has an enrollment of approximately 693 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 138?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 138 is 5.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is PS 138 a charter school?
No, PS 138 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 138 a Title I school?
No, PS 138 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 138?
94.1% of students at PS 138 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
- City Safety
- High (3,049/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (New York). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 693
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 127
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.1%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Phone
- (212) 369-2227
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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