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PS 161 Pedro Albizu Campos

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5

499 W 133RD ST, New York, NY 10027

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

550

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

550

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,529 of 4,742

In New York

#276 of 346

public schools

In district

#14 of 28

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5

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About PS 161 Pedro Albizu Campos

PS 161 Pedro Albizu Campos is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5. PS 161 Pedro Albizu Campos serves approximately 550 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 161 Pedro Albizu Campos has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,529 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for PS 161 Pedro Albizu Campos show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts below district

5.0

This school 5.0 · Average
District avg 5.3
NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at PS 161 Pedro Albizu Campos 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.

66% of students at PS 161 Pedro Albizu Campos 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 Progress6.2Average50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data14

Annual Change-1.22 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics4.3Below Average30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency16.3% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency32.1% (2022 EdFacts)

Math vs. State Avg-37.2 pts

Reading vs. State Avg-28.8 pts

Overall Proficiency24% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-11.7 pts

Adjusted Percentile24th

Resources & Environment2.9Needs Improvement20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio10.4:1

Chronic Absenteeism66.2%

PS 161 Pedro Albizu Campos — Students at PS 161 Pedro Albizu Campos score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

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Free/Reduced Lunch

96.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 29.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

40.8% (2021 NYSED)

ELA Proficiency 32.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

57.1% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 40 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

56%

2010

Math

45%

ELA

30%

2011

Math

49%

ELA

32%

2012

Math

16%

ELA

13%

2013

Math

20%

ELA

14%

2014

Math

21%

ELA

15%

2015

Math

25%

ELA

22%

2016

Math

25%

ELA

24%

2017

Math

27%

ELA

29%

2018

Math

34%

ELA

28%

2019

Math

34%

ELA

28%

2020*

Math

32%

ELA

42%

2021*

Math

23.3%

ELA

39.9%

2022

Math

16.3%

ELA

32.1%

* 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: 6.2/10.

How PS 161 Pedro Albizu Campos Compares

See how PS 161 Pedro Albizu Campos performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

5.0/10

26th percentile in NY

Academic

4.3/10

Below Average

Growth

6.2/10

Average

Environment

2.9/10

Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

97%

Teaching Staff

10:1 student-teacher ratio

53 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

66.2%

Location

499 W 133RD ST, New York, NY 10027

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 161 Pedro Albizu Campos may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 6 (rated 8.7/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 125 RALPH BUNCHE (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TEACHERS COLLEGE COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.4 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	Enrollment	Rating
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 6 New York	0.1 mi	247	8.7
A PHILIP RANDOLPH CAMPUS HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.1 mi	1,387	6.3
PS 129 JOHN H FINLEY New York	0.2 mi	218	5.6
SEED HARLEM New York	0.2 mi	93	4.0
PS 192 JACOB H SCHIFF New York	0.2 mi	233	5.9
HAMILTON GRANGE MIDDLE SCHOOL New York	0.2 mi	310	7.0
URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS New York	0.2 mi	219	9.1
URBAN ASSEMBLY ACADEMY FOR FUTURE LEADERS New York	0.2 mi	78	4.9
NEW DESIGN MIDDLE SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	81	5.5
KIPP INFINITY CHARTER SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	1,846	8.2
MOTT HALL HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	240	4.3
HIGH SCHOOL MATHEMATICS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING AT CCNY New York	0.3 mi	579	8.2
TEACHERS COLLEGE COMMUNITY SCHOOL New York	0.4 mi	322	7.8
EAGLE ACADEMY FOR YOUNG MEN OF HARLEM New York	0.3 mi	216	7.9
HARLEM CHILDREN'S ZONE PROMISE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL New York	0.4 mi	1,178	7.5
PS 92 MARY MCLEOD BETHUNE New York	0.4 mi	170	5.8
ST. HOPE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL New York	0.4 mi	186	4.2
OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL New York	0.5 mi	140	6.5
PS 125 RALPH BUNCHE New York	0.5 mi	251	8.1
COLUMBIA SECONDARY SCHOOL New York	0.5 mi	718	7.8

Neighborhood 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 161 Pedro Albizu Campos

What grades does PS 161 Pedro Albizu Campos serve?

PS 161 Pedro Albizu Campos serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend PS 161 Pedro Albizu Campos?

PS 161 Pedro Albizu Campos has an enrollment of approximately 550 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 161 Pedro Albizu Campos?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 161 Pedro Albizu Campos is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 161 Pedro Albizu Campos rank in NY?

PS 161 Pedro Albizu Campos ranks #3,529 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is PS 161 Pedro Albizu Campos's MySchoolScout rating?

PS 161 Pedro Albizu Campos has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 161 Pedro Albizu Campos?

Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 161 Pedro Albizu Campos has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is PS 161 Pedro Albizu Campos a charter school?

No, PS 161 Pedro Albizu Campos is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 161 Pedro Albizu Campos a Title I school?

No, PS 161 Pedro Albizu Campos is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 161 Pedro Albizu Campos?

96.7% of students at PS 161 Pedro Albizu Campos 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: Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment: 550
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10.4:1
Teachers (FTE): 53
Free/Reduced Lunch: 96.7%
Type: regular
Setting: Large City
County: New York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23): 66.2%
Phone: (212) 690-5945

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District

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5

District Enrollment: 8,945
Schools in District: 28
District Rank: #14 of 28

Other Schools in This District

URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS 9.1 HIGH SCHOOL MATHEMATICS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING AT CCNY 8.2 PS 125 RALPH BUNCHE 8.1 EAGLE ACADEMY FOR YOUNG MEN OF HARLEM 7.9 COLUMBIA SECONDARY SCHOOL 7.8

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