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#4468 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 206 Jose Celso Barbosa
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 4
508 E 120TH ST, New York, NY 10035
Enrollment
405
Student-Teacher
4.7:1
Score
3.5
Grades
3rd – 8th
Enrollment
405
Student-Teacher
4.7:1
Score
3.5
Grades
3rd – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,468 of 4,742
In New York
#335 of 346
public schools
In district
#23 of 28
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 4
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About PS 206 Jose Celso Barbosa
PS 206 Jose Celso Barbosa is a public middle school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 4. PS 206 Jose Celso Barbosa serves approximately 405 students, and covers grades 3rd-8th, and has a 4.7:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 206 Jose Celso Barbosa has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,468 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 206 Jose Celso Barbosa show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.3
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 4.7:1 students to teachers, PS 206 Jose Celso Barbosa sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
76% of students at PS 206 Jose Celso Barbosa 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 206 Jose Celso Barbosa — Students at PS 206 Jose Celso Barbosa score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.3%
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: 4.0/10.
How PS 206 Jose Celso Barbosa Compares
See how PS 206 Jose Celso Barbosa performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
508 E 120TH ST, New York, NY 10035
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 206 Jose Celso Barbosa may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ISAAC NEWTON MIDDLE SCHOOL FOR MATH AND SCIENCE (rated 6.5/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RENAISSANCE SCHOOL OF THE ARTS (rated 5.6/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10035 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,556
Median Home Value
$663,500
Median Rent
$1,283/mo
Population
39,082
College Educated
30.7%
Homeownership
9.9%
Avg Commute
37.6 min
Poverty Rate
37.2%
Median Age
36.9
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| NORTH BRONX SCHOOL OF EMPOWERMENT Bronx, NY | 3.5 |
| PERSELL MIDDLE SCHOOL Jamestown, NY | 3.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 206 Jose Celso Barbosa
What grades does PS 206 Jose Celso Barbosa serve?
PS 206 Jose Celso Barbosa serves students in grades 3rd through 8th.
How many students attend PS 206 Jose Celso Barbosa?
PS 206 Jose Celso Barbosa has an enrollment of approximately 405 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 206 Jose Celso Barbosa?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 206 Jose Celso Barbosa is 4.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 206 Jose Celso Barbosa rank in NY?
PS 206 Jose Celso Barbosa ranks #4,468 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 206 Jose Celso Barbosa's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 206 Jose Celso Barbosa has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 206 Jose Celso Barbosa?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 206 Jose Celso Barbosa has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 206 Jose Celso Barbosa a charter school?
No, PS 206 Jose Celso Barbosa is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 206 Jose Celso Barbosa a Title I school?
No, PS 206 Jose Celso Barbosa is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 206 Jose Celso Barbosa?
93.3% of students at PS 206 Jose Celso Barbosa 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
- 3rd – 8th
- Enrollment
- 405
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 87
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 75.6%
- Phone
- (212) 860-5809
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 4- District Enrollment
- 11,690
- Schools in District
- 29
- District Rank
- #23 of 28
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