Very Good
#956 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 20% in state
PS 165 Robert E Simon
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3
234 W 109TH ST, New York, NY 10025
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#956 of 4,742
In New York
#103 of 346
public schools
In district
#15 of 42
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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PS 165 Robert E Simon
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About PS 165 Robert E Simon
PS 165 Robert E Simon is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3. PS 165 Robert E Simon serves approximately 425 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 165 Robert E Simon has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #956 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 165 Robert E Simon show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
47% of students at PS 165 Robert E Simon 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 165 Robert E Simon — Students at PS 165 Robert E Simon score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.5%
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: 9.5/10.
How PS 165 Robert E Simon Compares
See how PS 165 Robert E Simon 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
234 W 109TH ST, New York, NY 10025
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 165 Robert E Simon may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BASIS INDEPENDENT MANHATTAN (rated 9.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE CATHEDRAL SCHOOL OF ST JOHN THE DIVINE (rated 8.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE SCHOOL AT COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY (rated 8.7/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MOTT HALL II New York | 0.0 mi | 5.4 |
| THE SCHOOL AT COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY New York | 0.1 mi | 8.7 |
| BANK STREET SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN New York | 0.2 mi | 7.9 |
| PS 145 BLOOMINGDALE SCHOOL (THE) New York | 0.2 mi | 5.4 |
| WEST PREP ACADEMY New York | 0.2 mi | 6.6 |
| JHS 54 BOOKER T WASHINGTON New York | 0.2 mi | 8.5 |
| THE CATHEDRAL SCHOOL OF ST JOHN THE DIVINE New York | 0.3 mi | 8.9 |
| SOLOMON SCHECHTER SCHOOL OF MANHATTAN New York | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| BASIS INDEPENDENT MANHATTAN New York | 0.6 mi | 9.1 |
| PS 163 ALFRED E SMITH New York | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI COLUMBUS SQUARE New York | 0.6 mi | — |
| KIPP BEYOND CHARTER SCHOOL New York | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| RIVERSIDE CHURCH WEEKDAY SCHOOL New York | 0.7 mi | — |
| THE STUDIO SCHOOL New York | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| STEM INSTITUTE OF MANHATTAN New York | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| OPPORTUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL New York | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 4 New York | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| PS 75 EMILY DICKINSON New York | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| PS 180 HUGO NEWMAN New York | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| ALEXANDER ROBERTSON SCHOOL New York | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BARRINGER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ilion, NY | 7.7 |
| BROOKLYN LANDMARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.7 |
| CARRIE E TOMPKINS SCHOOL Croton-On-Hudson, NY | 7.7 |
| CENTRAL SCHOOL Larchmont, NY | 7.7 |
| CHARLES CAMPAGNE SCHOOL Bethpage, NY | 7.7 |
| CHAUTAUQUA LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mayville, NY | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 165 Robert E Simon
What grades does PS 165 Robert E Simon serve?
PS 165 Robert E Simon serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 165 Robert E Simon?
PS 165 Robert E Simon has an enrollment of approximately 425 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 165 Robert E Simon?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 165 Robert E Simon is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 165 Robert E Simon rank in NY?
PS 165 Robert E Simon ranks #956 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 165 Robert E Simon's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 165 Robert E Simon has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 165 Robert E Simon?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 165 Robert E Simon has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 165 Robert E Simon a charter school?
No, PS 165 Robert E Simon is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 165 Robert E Simon a Title I school?
No, PS 165 Robert E Simon is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 165 Robert E Simon?
60.5% of students at PS 165 Robert E Simon 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
- 425
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.1%
- Phone
- (212) 678-2873
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3- District Enrollment
- 19,335
- Schools in District
- 43
- District Rank
- #15 of 42
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