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#3094 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 154 Harriet Tubman
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5
250 W 127TH ST, New York, NY 10027
Enrollment
213
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
213
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,094 of 4,742
In New York
#247 of 346
public schools
In district
#11 of 28
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5
Academic growth
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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PS 154 Harriet Tubman
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About PS 154 Harriet Tubman
PS 154 Harriet Tubman is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5. PS 154 Harriet Tubman serves approximately 213 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 154 Harriet Tubman has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,094 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 154 Harriet Tubman show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
73% of students at PS 154 Harriet Tubman 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
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PS 154 Harriet Tubman — Students at PS 154 Harriet Tubman score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.7%
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: 7.5/10.
How PS 154 Harriet Tubman Compares
See how PS 154 Harriet Tubman performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
250 W 127TH ST, New York, NY 10027
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 154 Harriet Tubman may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 6 (rated 8.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 125 RALPH BUNCHE (rated 8.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TEACHERS COLLEGE COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. 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 10027 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,220
Median Home Value
$915,000
Median Rent
$1,609/mo
Population
65,068
College Educated
51.8%
Homeownership
15.7%
Avg Commute
31.5 min
Poverty Rate
23.7%
Median Age
32.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 154 Harriet Tubman
What grades does PS 154 Harriet Tubman serve?
PS 154 Harriet Tubman serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 154 Harriet Tubman?
PS 154 Harriet Tubman has an enrollment of approximately 213 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 154 Harriet Tubman?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 154 Harriet Tubman is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 154 Harriet Tubman rank in NY?
PS 154 Harriet Tubman ranks #3,094 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 154 Harriet Tubman's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 154 Harriet Tubman has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 154 Harriet Tubman?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 154 Harriet Tubman has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 154 Harriet Tubman a charter school?
No, PS 154 Harriet Tubman is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 154 Harriet Tubman a Title I school?
No, PS 154 Harriet Tubman is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 154 Harriet Tubman?
97.7% of students at PS 154 Harriet Tubman 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
- 213
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 73.2%
- Phone
- (212) 864-2400
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5- District Enrollment
- 8,945
- Schools in District
- 28
- District Rank
- #11 of 28
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