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#425 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 9% in state

PS 171 Patrick Henry

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 4

19 E 103RD ST, New York, NY 10029

Enrollment

774

Student-Teacher

18:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#425 of 4,742

In New York

#44 of 346

public schools

In district

#3 of 28

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 4

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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PS 171 Patrick Henry

8.3/10

Elementary School in New York · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About PS 171 Patrick Henry

PS 171 Patrick Henry is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 4. PS 171 Patrick Henry serves approximately 774 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 171 Patrick Henry has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #425 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for PS 171 Patrick Henry show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares3.5 pts above district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 4.8
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+1.45 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendImproving
Academics9.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency79.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency81.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+26.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+20.6 pts
Overall Proficiency81% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+39.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile90th
Resources & Environment3.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18:1
Chronic Absenteeism23.8%

PS 171 Patrick Henry — Students at PS 171 Patrick Henry score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

81%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 72.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
46.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 71.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.1% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 33 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
93%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
71%
ELA
54%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
65%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
55%
ELA
43%
2014
Math
60%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
63%
ELA
61%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
71%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
74%
ELA
73%
2019
Math
74%
ELA
73%
2020*
Math
69.5%
ELA
95%
2021*
Math
82.5%
ELA
93.8%
2022
Math
79.7%
ELA
81.5%

* 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: 9.7/10.

How PS 171 Patrick Henry Compares

See how PS 171 Patrick Henry performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
91th percentile in NY
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
3.4/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
81%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.8%

Location

19 E 103RD ST, New York, NY 10029

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 171 Patrick Henry may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. REECE SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 198 ISADOR E IDA STRAUS (rated 8.2/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS 77 LOWER LAB SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.4 mi
School Distance Rating
REECE SCHOOL New York 0.0 mi 9.0
CENTRAL PARK EAST HIGH SCHOOL New York 0.2 mi 9.5
CENTRAL PARK EAST I New York 0.2 mi 6.6
EAST HARLEM SCHOLARS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL II New York 0.2 mi 6.1
CRISTO REY NEW YORK HIGH SCHOOL New York 0.2 mi 5.8
LEXINGTON ACADEMY (THE) New York 0.2 mi 3.2
PS 108 ASSEMBLYMAN ANGELO DEL TORO EDUCATIONAL COMPLEX New York 0.3 mi 2.8
HERITAGE SCHOOL (THE) New York 0.2 mi 7.6
LA SCUOLA D'ITALIA New York 0.4 mi 5.0
LASCUOLA DITALIA New York 0.4 mi 8.2
HARLEM LINK CHARTER SCHOOL New York 0.4 mi 2.6
LOCKE SCHOOL OF ARTS AND ENGINEERING (THE) New York 0.4 mi 6.8
ISLAMIC CULTURAL CENTER SCHOOL New York 0.5 mi 7.8
PS 198 ISADOR E IDA STRAUS New York 0.5 mi 8.2
PS 77 LOWER LAB SCHOOL New York 0.5 mi 8.2
PS 38 ROBERTO CLEMENTE New York 0.4 mi 2.7
PARK EAST HIGH SCHOOL New York 0.4 mi 8.5
HARBOR SCIENCE AND ARTS CHARTER SCHOOL New York 0.4 mi 3.5
AMBER CHARTER SCHOOL EAST HARLEM New York 0.4 mi 4.3
MOSAIC PREPARATORY ACADEMY New York 0.4 mi 3.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10029 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$38,308

Median Home Value

$818,100

Median Rent

$1,183/mo

Population

74,848

College Educated

35.7%

Homeownership

7%

Avg Commute

33.3 min

Poverty Rate

30.6%

Median Age

37.8

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PS 101 SCHOOL IN THE GARDENS Forest Hills, NY 8.3
PS 203 OAKLAND GARDENS Bayside, NY 8.3
PS 3 MARGARET GIOIOSA SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island, NY 8.3
PS 316 ELIJAH STROUD Brooklyn, NY 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PS 171 Patrick Henry

What grades does PS 171 Patrick Henry serve?

PS 171 Patrick Henry serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend PS 171 Patrick Henry?

PS 171 Patrick Henry has an enrollment of approximately 774 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 171 Patrick Henry?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 171 Patrick Henry is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 171 Patrick Henry rank in NY?

PS 171 Patrick Henry ranks #425 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is PS 171 Patrick Henry's MySchoolScout rating?

PS 171 Patrick Henry has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 171 Patrick Henry?

Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 171 Patrick Henry has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is PS 171 Patrick Henry a charter school?

No, PS 171 Patrick Henry is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 171 Patrick Henry a Title I school?

No, PS 171 Patrick Henry is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 171 Patrick Henry?

81.0% of students at PS 171 Patrick Henry 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
97 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
80 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
774
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
81.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
New York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.8%

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