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#2707 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 192 Jacob H Schiff
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6
500 W 138TH ST, New York, NY 10031
Enrollment
233
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
233
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,707 of 4,742
In New York
#224 of 346
public schools
In district
#21 of 45
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6
Academic growth
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About PS 192 Jacob H Schiff
PS 192 Jacob H Schiff is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6. PS 192 Jacob H Schiff serves approximately 233 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 192 Jacob H Schiff has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,707 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 192 Jacob H Schiff show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
58% of students at PS 192 Jacob H Schiff 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 192 Jacob H Schiff — Students at PS 192 Jacob H Schiff score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.8%
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: 7.5/10.
How PS 192 Jacob H Schiff Compares
See how PS 192 Jacob H Schiff performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
500 W 138TH ST, New York, NY 10031
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 192 Jacob H Schiff may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 6 (rated 8.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TEACHERS COLLEGE COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 5 (rated 6.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10031 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,067
Median Home Value
$678,000
Median Rent
$1,787/mo
Population
60,305
College Educated
40.8%
Homeownership
13.7%
Avg Commute
38 min
Poverty Rate
23%
Median Age
37.1
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| ARGYLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Argyle, NY | 5.9 |
| CINCINNATUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cincinnatus, NY | 5.9 |
| CONGREGATION TALMUD TORAH IMREI BINAH Spring Valley, NY | 5.9 |
| E A MCALLISTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sherrill, NY | 5.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 192 Jacob H Schiff
What grades does PS 192 Jacob H Schiff serve?
PS 192 Jacob H Schiff serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 192 Jacob H Schiff?
PS 192 Jacob H Schiff has an enrollment of approximately 233 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 192 Jacob H Schiff?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 192 Jacob H Schiff is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 192 Jacob H Schiff rank in NY?
PS 192 Jacob H Schiff ranks #2,707 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 192 Jacob H Schiff's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 192 Jacob H Schiff has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 192 Jacob H Schiff?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 192 Jacob H Schiff has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 192 Jacob H Schiff a charter school?
No, PS 192 Jacob H Schiff is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 192 Jacob H Schiff a Title I school?
No, PS 192 Jacob H Schiff is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 192 Jacob H Schiff?
91.8% of students at PS 192 Jacob H Schiff 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 233
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.5%
- Phone
- (212) 775-9560
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6- District Enrollment
- 17,940
- Schools in District
- 45
- District Rank
- #21 of 45
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