Below Average
#3887 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 200 James Mccune Smith School (the)
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5
2589 7TH AVE, New York, NY 10039
Enrollment
282
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
282
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,887 of 4,742
In New York
#299 of 346
public schools
In district
#18 of 28
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5
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PS 200 James Mccune Smith School (the)
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About PS 200 James Mccune Smith School (the)
PS 200 James Mccune Smith School (the) is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5. PS 200 James Mccune Smith School (the) serves approximately 282 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 200 James Mccune Smith School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,887 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 200 James Mccune Smith School (the) show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at PS 200 James Mccune Smith School (the) sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
65% of students at PS 200 James Mccune Smith School (the) 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 200 James Mccune Smith School (the) — Students at PS 200 James Mccune Smith School (the) score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 33 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 200 James Mccune Smith School (the) Compares
See how PS 200 James Mccune Smith School (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2589 7TH AVE, New York, NY 10039
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 200 James Mccune Smith School (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GLOBAL COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS/IS 210 21ST CENTURY ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST CHARLES BORROMEO SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 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 10039 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,792
Median Home Value
$478,200
Median Rent
$1,211/mo
Population
30,512
College Educated
27.2%
Homeownership
14.8%
Avg Commute
41 min
Poverty Rate
28.2%
Median Age
38.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 200 James Mccune Smith School (the)
What grades does PS 200 James Mccune Smith School (the) serve?
PS 200 James Mccune Smith School (the) serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 200 James Mccune Smith School (the)?
PS 200 James Mccune Smith School (the) has an enrollment of approximately 282 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 200 James Mccune Smith School (the)?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 200 James Mccune Smith School (the) is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 200 James Mccune Smith School (the) rank in NY?
PS 200 James Mccune Smith School (the) ranks #3,887 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 200 James Mccune Smith School (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?
PS 200 James Mccune Smith School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 200 James Mccune Smith School (the)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 200 James Mccune Smith School (the) has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 200 James Mccune Smith School (the) a charter school?
No, PS 200 James Mccune Smith School (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 200 James Mccune Smith School (the) a Title I school?
No, PS 200 James Mccune Smith School (the) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 200 James Mccune Smith School (the)?
95.7% of students at PS 200 James Mccune Smith School (the) 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
- 282
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 65.2%
- Phone
- (212) 491-6636
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5- District Enrollment
- 8,945
- Schools in District
- 28
- District Rank
- #18 of 28
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