Needs Improvement
#4369 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 180 Hugo Newman
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3
370 W 120TH ST, New York, NY 10027
Enrollment
346
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
346
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,369 of 4,742
In New York
#328 of 346
public schools
In district
#41 of 42
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3
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About PS 180 Hugo Newman
PS 180 Hugo Newman is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3. PS 180 Hugo Newman serves approximately 346 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 180 Hugo Newman has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,369 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 180 Hugo Newman show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, PS 180 Hugo Newman sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
60% of students at PS 180 Hugo Newman 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 180 Hugo Newman — Students at PS 180 Hugo Newman score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 36 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: 4.1/10.
How PS 180 Hugo Newman Compares
See how PS 180 Hugo Newman performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
370 W 120TH ST, New York, NY 10027
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 180 Hugo Newman may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE CATHEDRAL SCHOOL OF ST JOHN THE DIVINE (rated 8.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 125 RALPH BUNCHE (rated 8.1/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 4 (rated 8.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 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 180 Hugo Newman
What grades does PS 180 Hugo Newman serve?
PS 180 Hugo Newman serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend PS 180 Hugo Newman?
PS 180 Hugo Newman has an enrollment of approximately 346 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 180 Hugo Newman?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 180 Hugo Newman is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 180 Hugo Newman rank in NY?
PS 180 Hugo Newman ranks #4,369 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 180 Hugo Newman's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 180 Hugo Newman has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 180 Hugo Newman?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 180 Hugo Newman has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 180 Hugo Newman a charter school?
No, PS 180 Hugo Newman is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 180 Hugo Newman a Title I school?
No, PS 180 Hugo Newman is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 180 Hugo Newman?
80.9% of students at PS 180 Hugo Newman 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 346
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 59.8%
- Phone
- (212) 678-2849
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3- District Enrollment
- 19,335
- Schools in District
- 43
- District Rank
- #41 of 42
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