Average
#1741 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 37% in state
PS 184 Shuang Wen
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 1
327 CHERRY ST-2ND FL, New York, NY 10002
Enrollment
734
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
734
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,741 of 4,742
In New York
#160 of 346
public schools
In district
#8 of 26
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 1
Equity
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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PS 184 Shuang Wen
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About PS 184 Shuang Wen
PS 184 Shuang Wen is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 1. PS 184 Shuang Wen serves approximately 734 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 184 Shuang Wen has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,741 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 184 Shuang Wen show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 5.1
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 184 Shuang Wen — Students at PS 184 Shuang Wen score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 39 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: 6.0/10.
How PS 184 Shuang Wen Compares
See how PS 184 Shuang Wen performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
327 CHERRY ST-2ND FL, New York, NY 10002
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 184 Shuang Wen may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 42 BENJAMIN ALTMAN (rated 8.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 110 FLORENCE NIGHTINGALE (rated 7.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PS 2 MEYER LONDON (rated 7.5/10, 0.3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| UNIVERSITY NEIGHBORHOOD HIGH SCHOOL New York | 0.1 mi | 8.6 |
| ORCHARD COLLEGIATE ACADEMY New York | 0.1 mi | 7.5 |
| UNIVERSITY NEIGHBORHOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL New York | 0.1 mi | 6.0 |
| MANHATTAN CHARTER SCHOOL II New York | 0.1 mi | 7.3 |
| PS 134 HENRIETTA SZOLD New York | 0.2 mi | 3.8 |
| BETH JACOB PAROCHIAL SCHOOL New York | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| MESIVTA TIFERETH JERUSALEM New York | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 2 MEYER LONDON New York | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| PS 110 FLORENCE NIGHTINGALE New York | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| PS 142 AMALIA CASTRO New York | 0.5 mi | 4.2 |
| MANHATTAN CHARTER SCHOOL New York | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| NEW DESIGN HIGH SCHOOL New York | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR DUAL LANGUAGE AND ASIAN STUDIES New York | 0.5 mi | 8.8 |
| ESSEX STREET ACADEMY New York | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| URBAN ASSEMBLY ACADEMY OF GOVERNMENT AND LAW New York | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| LOWER MANHATTAN ARTS ACADEMY New York | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| PS 42 BENJAMIN ALTMAN New York | 0.4 mi | 8.1 |
| PS 140 NATHAN STRAUS New York | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| LOWER EAST SIDE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL New York | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| SCHOOL FOR GLOBAL LEADERS New York | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10002 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,525
Median Home Value
$808,500
Median Rent
$1,207/mo
Population
75,517
College Educated
39%
Homeownership
18.6%
Avg Commute
31.1 min
Poverty Rate
24.9%
Median Age
42.9
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| ALLEGANY-LIMESTONE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Allegany, NY | 6.9 |
| ANNA S KUHL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Jervis, NY | 6.9 |
| BRONX COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 6.9 |
| CALCIUM PRIMARY SCHOOL Calcium, NY | 6.9 |
| CARYL E ADAMS PRIMARY SCHOOL Whitney Point, NY | 6.9 |
| CASIMIR PULASKI SCHOOL Scarsdale, NY | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 184 Shuang Wen
What grades does PS 184 Shuang Wen serve?
PS 184 Shuang Wen serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend PS 184 Shuang Wen?
PS 184 Shuang Wen has an enrollment of approximately 734 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 184 Shuang Wen?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 184 Shuang Wen is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 184 Shuang Wen rank in NY?
PS 184 Shuang Wen ranks #1,741 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 184 Shuang Wen's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 184 Shuang Wen has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 184 Shuang Wen?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 184 Shuang Wen has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 184 Shuang Wen a charter school?
No, PS 184 Shuang Wen is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 184 Shuang Wen a Title I school?
No, PS 184 Shuang Wen is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 184 Shuang Wen?
58.3% of students at PS 184 Shuang Wen 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 734
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.5%
- Phone
- (212) 602-9700
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 1- District Enrollment
- 9,896
- Schools in District
- 26
- District Rank
- #8 of 26
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