Needs Improvement
#4467 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 242 Young Diplomats Magnet Academy (the)
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3
134 W 122ND ST, New York, NY 10027
Enrollment
156
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
156
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,467 of 4,742
In New York
#334 of 346
public schools
In district
#42 of 42
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3
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About PS 242 Young Diplomats Magnet Academy (the)
PS 242 Young Diplomats Magnet Academy (the) is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3. PS 242 Young Diplomats Magnet Academy (the) serves approximately 156 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 242 Young Diplomats Magnet Academy (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,467 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 242 Young Diplomats Magnet Academy (the) show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 156 students, PS 242 Young Diplomats Magnet Academy (the) is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, PS 242 Young Diplomats Magnet Academy (the) sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
57% of students at PS 242 Young Diplomats Magnet Academy (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 242 Young Diplomats Magnet Academy (the) — Students at PS 242 Young Diplomats Magnet Academy (the) score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.7/10.
How PS 242 Young Diplomats Magnet Academy (the) Compares
See how PS 242 Young Diplomats Magnet Academy (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
134 W 122ND ST, New York, NY 10027
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 242 Young Diplomats Magnet Academy (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TEACHERS COLLEGE COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NEW YORK FRENCH-AMERICAN CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LOCKE SCHOOL OF ARTS AND ENGINEERING (THE) (rated 6.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10027 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,220
Median Home Value
$915,000
Median Rent
$1,609/mo
Population
65,068
College Educated
51.8%
Homeownership
15.7%
Avg Commute
31.5 min
Poverty Rate
23.7%
Median Age
32.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 242 Young Diplomats Magnet Academy (the)
What grades does PS 242 Young Diplomats Magnet Academy (the) serve?
PS 242 Young Diplomats Magnet Academy (the) serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 242 Young Diplomats Magnet Academy (the)?
PS 242 Young Diplomats Magnet Academy (the) has an enrollment of approximately 156 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 242 Young Diplomats Magnet Academy (the)?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 242 Young Diplomats Magnet Academy (the) is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 242 Young Diplomats Magnet Academy (the) rank in NY?
PS 242 Young Diplomats Magnet Academy (the) ranks #4,467 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 242 Young Diplomats Magnet Academy (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?
PS 242 Young Diplomats Magnet Academy (the) 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 242 Young Diplomats Magnet Academy (the)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 242 Young Diplomats Magnet Academy (the) has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 242 Young Diplomats Magnet Academy (the) a charter school?
No, PS 242 Young Diplomats Magnet Academy (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 242 Young Diplomats Magnet Academy (the) a Title I school?
No, PS 242 Young Diplomats Magnet Academy (the) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 242 Young Diplomats Magnet Academy (the)?
94.2% of students at PS 242 Young Diplomats Magnet Academy (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
- 156
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.1%
- Phone
- (212) 678-2908
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3- District Enrollment
- 19,335
- Schools in District
- 43
- District Rank
- #42 of 42
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