Very Good
#758 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 16% in state
PS 199 Jessie Isador Straus
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3
270 W 70TH ST, New York, NY 10023
Enrollment
600
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
600
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#758 of 4,742
In New York
#78 of 346
public schools
In district
#12 of 42
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3
Academic performance
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About PS 199 Jessie Isador Straus
PS 199 Jessie Isador Straus is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3. PS 199 Jessie Isador Straus serves approximately 600 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 199 Jessie Isador Straus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #758 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 199 Jessie Isador Straus show 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 199 Jessie Isador Straus — Students at PS 199 Jessie Isador Straus score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
23.8%
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: 8.0/10.
How PS 199 Jessie Isador Straus Compares
See how PS 199 Jessie Isador Straus performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
270 W 70TH ST, New York, NY 10023
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 199 Jessie Isador Straus may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 452 (rated 8.0/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ANDERSON SCHOOL (THE) (rated 8.0/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, RIVERSIDE SCHOOL FOR MAKERS AND ARTISTS (THE) (rated 4.3/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. 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 10023 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$157,866
Median Home Value
$1,401,800
Median Rent
$3,050/mo
Population
67,468
College Educated
84.3%
Homeownership
39.5%
Avg Commute
27.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Median Age
43.8
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| ACE ACADEMY FOR SCHOLARS AT THE GERALDINE FERRARO CAMPUS Ridgewood, NY | 7.9 |
| ACTIVE LEARNING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (THE) Flushing, NY | 7.9 |
| BANK STREET SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN New York, NY | 7.9 |
| BROOKSIDE SCHOOL Ossining, NY | 7.9 |
| CALEDONIA-MUMFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Caledonia, NY | 7.9 |
| CONCORD ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ardsley, NY | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 199 Jessie Isador Straus
What grades does PS 199 Jessie Isador Straus serve?
PS 199 Jessie Isador Straus serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend PS 199 Jessie Isador Straus?
PS 199 Jessie Isador Straus has an enrollment of approximately 600 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 199 Jessie Isador Straus?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 199 Jessie Isador Straus is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 199 Jessie Isador Straus rank in NY?
PS 199 Jessie Isador Straus ranks #758 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 199 Jessie Isador Straus's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 199 Jessie Isador Straus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 199 Jessie Isador Straus?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 199 Jessie Isador Straus has 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 199 Jessie Isador Straus a charter school?
No, PS 199 Jessie Isador Straus is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 199 Jessie Isador Straus a Title I school?
No, PS 199 Jessie Isador Straus is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 199 Jessie Isador Straus?
23.8% of students at PS 199 Jessie Isador Straus 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 600
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 23.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.7%
- Phone
- (212) 799-1033
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3- District Enrollment
- 19,335
- Schools in District
- 43
- District Rank
- #12 of 42
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