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PS 152 Dyckman Valley

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6

93 NAGLE AVE, New York, NY 10040

Enrollment

466

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

3.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,520 of 4,742

In New York

#336 of 346

public schools

In district

#45 of 45

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6

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PS 152 Dyckman Valley

3.4/10

Elementary School in New York · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About PS 152 Dyckman Valley

PS 152 Dyckman Valley is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6. PS 152 Dyckman Valley serves approximately 466 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 152 Dyckman Valley has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,520 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for PS 152 Dyckman Valley show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.7 pts below district
  • This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 6.1
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

55% of students at PS 152 Dyckman Valley were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.15 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency14.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-35 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-46.3 pts
Overall Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-20.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile11th
Resources & Environment2.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1
Chronic Absenteeism55.4%

PS 152 Dyckman Valley — Students at PS 152 Dyckman Valley score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

94.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 25.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 20.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
79%
ELA
54%
2010
Math
45%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
45%
ELA
34%
2012
Math
10%
ELA
12%
2013
Math
22%
ELA
8%
2014
Math
24%
ELA
12%
2015
Math
21%
ELA
26%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
23%
2017
Math
30%
ELA
28%
2018
Math
35%
ELA
26%
2019
Math
35%
ELA
26%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
5%
2021*
Math
6.4%
ELA
9.8%
2022
Math
18.5%
ELA
14.6%

* 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: 3.9/10.

How PS 152 Dyckman Valley Compares

See how PS 152 Dyckman Valley performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.4/10
5th percentile in NY
Academic
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
2.8/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
94%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
55.4%

Location

93 NAGLE AVE, New York, NY 10040

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 152 Dyckman Valley may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MUSCOTA (rated 8.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PROFESSOR JUAN BOSCH PUBLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EQUITY PROJECT CHARTER SCHOOL (THE) (rated 7.9/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.5 mi
School Distance Rating
PROFESSOR JUAN BOSCH PUBLIC SCHOOL New York 0.1 mi 7.9
MIDDLE SCHOOL 322 New York 0.1 mi 5.1
CITY COLLEGE ACADEMY OF THE ARTS New York 0.1 mi 4.9
EQUITY PROJECT CHARTER SCHOOL (THE) New York 0.2 mi 7.9
OUR LADY QUEEN OF MARTYRS New York 0.3 mi 6.9
COLLEGE ACADEMY (THE) New York 0.3 mi 6.1
HIGH SCHOOL FOR MEDIA & COMMUNICATIONS New York 0.3 mi 5.1
HIGH SCHOOL FOR LAW & PUBLIC SERVICE New York 0.3 mi 5.6
HIGH SCHOOL FOR HEALTH CAREERS & SCIENCES New York 0.3 mi 6.2
PS 5 ELLEN LURIE New York 0.3 mi 4.1
HAROLD O LEVY SCHOOL New York 0.4 mi 4.3
HIGH SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE AND INNOVATION New York 0.4 mi 5.5
INWOOD EARLY COLLEGE FOR HEALTH AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES New York 0.4 mi 4.8
PS 189 New York 0.5 mi 5.3
AMISTAD DUAL LANGUAGE SCHOOL New York 0.5 mi 7.1
MUSCOTA New York 0.5 mi 8.8
ST ELIZABETH SCHOOL New York 0.5 mi 6.3
ST ELIZABETH CATHOLIC SCHOOL New York 0.5 mi 6.3
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - WASHINGTON HEIGHTS New York 0.4 mi 5.9
WASHINGTON HEIGHTS ACADEMY New York 0.5 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,022

Median Home Value

$465,700

Median Rent

$1,680/mo

Population

41,581

College Educated

38.3%

Homeownership

15.4%

Avg Commute

39 min

Poverty Rate

16.6%

Median Age

41.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PS 152 Dyckman Valley

What grades does PS 152 Dyckman Valley serve?

PS 152 Dyckman Valley serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend PS 152 Dyckman Valley?

PS 152 Dyckman Valley has an enrollment of approximately 466 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 152 Dyckman Valley?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 152 Dyckman Valley is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 152 Dyckman Valley rank in NY?

PS 152 Dyckman Valley ranks #4,520 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is PS 152 Dyckman Valley's MySchoolScout rating?

PS 152 Dyckman Valley has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 152 Dyckman Valley?

Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 152 Dyckman Valley has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is PS 152 Dyckman Valley a charter school?

No, PS 152 Dyckman Valley is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 152 Dyckman Valley a Title I school?

No, PS 152 Dyckman Valley is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 152 Dyckman Valley?

94.4% of students at PS 152 Dyckman Valley 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
96 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
466
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
94.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
New York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
55.4%

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