Very Good
#1161 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 25% in state
PS 2 Meyer London
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2
122 HENRY ST, New York, NY 10002
Enrollment
277
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
277
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,161 of 4,742
In New York
#119 of 346
public schools
In district
#67 of 118
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2
Equity
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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PS 2 Meyer London
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About PS 2 Meyer London
PS 2 Meyer London is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2. PS 2 Meyer London serves approximately 277 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 2 Meyer London has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,161 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 2 Meyer London show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 7.8
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 7.3:1 students to teachers, PS 2 Meyer London sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
33% of students at PS 2 Meyer London 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 2 Meyer London — Students at PS 2 Meyer London score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.1%
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 2 Meyer London Compares
See how PS 2 Meyer London performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
122 HENRY ST, New York, NY 10002
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 2 Meyer London may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 124 YUNG WING (rated 9.2/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 126 JACOB AUGUST RIIS (rated 8.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PS 42 BENJAMIN ALTMAN (rated 8.1/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MESIVTA TIFERETH JERUSALEM New York | 0.1 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 42 BENJAMIN ALTMAN New York | 0.2 mi | 8.1 |
| MS 131 New York | 0.2 mi | 7.4 |
| PACE HIGH SCHOOL New York | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| PS 124 YUNG WING New York | 0.2 mi | 9.2 |
| EMMA LAZARUS HIGH SCHOOL New York | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| NEW DESIGN HIGH SCHOOL New York | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR DUAL LANGUAGE AND ASIAN STUDIES New York | 0.3 mi | 8.8 |
| ESSEX STREET ACADEMY New York | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| URBAN ASSEMBLY ACADEMY OF GOVERNMENT AND LAW New York | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| LOWER MANHATTAN ARTS ACADEMY New York | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| ORCHARD COLLEGIATE ACADEMY New York | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| UNIVERSITY NEIGHBORHOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL New York | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| MANHATTAN CHARTER SCHOOL II New York | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| PS 1 ALFRED E SMITH New York | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| PS 126 JACOB AUGUST RIIS New York | 0.3 mi | 8.5 |
| PS 184 SHUANG WEN New York | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| UNIVERSITY NEIGHBORHOOD HIGH SCHOOL New York | 0.4 mi | 8.6 |
| TRANSFIGURATION UPPER AND LOWER CAMPUS New York | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| TRANSFIGURATION SCHOOL New York | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BEDFORD HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bedford Hills, NY | 7.5 |
| CORNWALL-ON-HUDSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cornwall On Hudson, NY | 7.5 |
| FLOWER HILL SCHOOL Huntington, NY | 7.5 |
| GRAND AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Baldwin, NY | 7.5 |
| HALDANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cold Spring, NY | 7.5 |
| HARDING AVENUE SCHOOL Lindenhurst, NY | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 2 Meyer London
What grades does PS 2 Meyer London serve?
PS 2 Meyer London serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 2 Meyer London?
PS 2 Meyer London has an enrollment of approximately 277 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 2 Meyer London?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 2 Meyer London is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 2 Meyer London rank in NY?
PS 2 Meyer London ranks #1,161 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 2 Meyer London's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 2 Meyer London has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 2 Meyer London?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 2 Meyer London has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 2 Meyer London a charter school?
No, PS 2 Meyer London is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 2 Meyer London a Title I school?
No, PS 2 Meyer London is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 2 Meyer London?
92.1% of students at PS 2 Meyer London 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 277
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.9%
- Phone
- (212) 964-0350
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2- District Enrollment
- 55,421
- Schools in District
- 119
- District Rank
- #67 of 118
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