Very Good
#1166 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 25% in state
PS 163 Alfred E Smith
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3
163 W 97TH ST, New York, NY 10025
Enrollment
524
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
524
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,166 of 4,742
In New York
#124 of 346
public schools
In district
#21 of 42
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About PS 163 Alfred E Smith
PS 163 Alfred E Smith is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3. PS 163 Alfred E Smith serves approximately 524 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 163 Alfred E Smith has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,166 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 163 Alfred E Smith show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
48% of students at PS 163 Alfred E Smith 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 163 Alfred E Smith — Students at PS 163 Alfred E Smith score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.4%
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: 8.5/10.
How PS 163 Alfred E Smith Compares
See how PS 163 Alfred E Smith performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
163 W 97TH ST, New York, NY 10025
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 163 Alfred E Smith may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BASIS INDEPENDENT MANHATTAN (rated 9.1/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 166 RICHARD ROGERS SCHOOL OF THE ARTS & SCIENCE (THE) (rated 8.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 84 LILLIAN WEBER (rated 8.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE STUDIO SCHOOL New York | 0.1 mi | 6.2 |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI COLUMBUS SQUARE New York | 0.1 mi | — |
| BASIS INDEPENDENT MANHATTAN New York | 0.1 mi | 9.1 |
| SOLOMON SCHECHTER SCHOOL OF MANHATTAN New York | 0.2 mi | 7.5 |
| LAFAYETTE ACADEMY New York | 0.2 mi | 8.2 |
| COMMUNITY ACTION SCHOOL-MS 258 New York | 0.2 mi | 5.5 |
| PS 333 MANHATTAN SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN New York | 0.2 mi | 7.6 |
| MANHATTAN CHILDREN'S CENTER (THE) New York | 0.3 mi | 7.7 |
| ALEXANDER ROBERTSON SCHOOL New York | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| COLUMBIA GRAMMAR & PREPARATORY SCHOOL New York | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| PS 75 EMILY DICKINSON New York | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| PS 84 LILLIAN WEBER New York | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| PS 145 BLOOMINGDALE SCHOOL (THE) New York | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| WEST PREP ACADEMY New York | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| THE GENEVA SCHOOL OF MANHATTAN New York | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| PS 166 RICHARD ROGERS SCHOOL OF THE ARTS & SCIENCE (THE) New York | 0.4 mi | 8.7 |
| WEST SIDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL New York | 0.4 mi | — |
| DWIGHT SCHOOL New York | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| JHS 54 BOOKER T WASHINGTON New York | 0.5 mi | 8.5 |
| PS 165 ROBERT E SIMON New York | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10025 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,195
Median Home Value
$1,125,200
Median Rent
$2,009/mo
Population
93,223
College Educated
68.8%
Homeownership
30.7%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Median Age
40.4
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|---|---|
| ANDREW MULLER PRIMARY SCHOOL Miller Place, NY | 7.5 |
| BOGHT HILLS SCHOOL Cohoes, NY | 7.5 |
| COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.5 |
| DUDLEY SCHOOL Fairport, NY | 7.5 |
| ELBRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elbridge, NY | 7.5 |
| FRANK J CARASITI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rocky Point, NY | 7.5 |
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Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
- ComparePS 163 Alfred E Smith vs PS 133 FRED R MOORENEW YORK, NY Peer score 6.3/10 -1.2 vs PS 163 Alfred E Smith
- ComparePS 163 Alfred E Smith vs PS 92 MARY MCLEOD BETHUNENew York, NY Peer score 5.8/10 -1.7 vs PS 163 Alfred E Smith
- ComparePS 163 Alfred E Smith vs PROFESSOR JUAN BOSCH PUBLIC SCHOOLNew York, NY Peer score 7.9/10 +0.4 vs PS 163 Alfred E Smith
- ComparePS 163 Alfred E Smith vs CENTRAL PARK EAST IINew York, NY Peer score 5.5/10 -2.0 vs PS 163 Alfred E Smith
- ComparePS 163 Alfred E Smith vs AMISTAD DUAL LANGUAGE SCHOOLNew York, NY Peer score 7.1/10 -0.4 vs PS 163 Alfred E Smith
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 163 Alfred E Smith
What grades does PS 163 Alfred E Smith serve?
PS 163 Alfred E Smith serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 163 Alfred E Smith?
PS 163 Alfred E Smith has an enrollment of approximately 524 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 163 Alfred E Smith?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 163 Alfred E Smith is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 163 Alfred E Smith rank in NY?
PS 163 Alfred E Smith ranks #1,166 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 163 Alfred E Smith's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 163 Alfred E Smith has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 163 Alfred E Smith?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 163 Alfred E Smith has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 163 Alfred E Smith a charter school?
No, PS 163 Alfred E Smith is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 163 Alfred E Smith a Title I school?
No, PS 163 Alfred E Smith is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 163 Alfred E Smith?
66.4% of students at PS 163 Alfred E Smith 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
- 524
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.7%
- Phone
- (212) 678-2854
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3- District Enrollment
- 19,335
- Schools in District
- 43
- District Rank
- #21 of 42
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