Average
#2274 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 48% in state
PS 30 Hernandez/hughes
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5
144-176 E 128TH ST, New York, NY 10035
Enrollment
164
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
164
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,274 of 4,742
In New York
#201 of 346
public schools
In district
#7 of 28
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About PS 30 Hernandez/hughes
PS 30 Hernandez/hughes is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5. PS 30 Hernandez/hughes serves approximately 164 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 30 Hernandez/hughes has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,274 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 30 Hernandez/hughes show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 164 students, PS 30 Hernandez/hughes 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 9.1:1 students to teachers, PS 30 Hernandez/hughes sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
74% of students at PS 30 Hernandez/hughes 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 30 Hernandez/hughes — Students at PS 30 Hernandez/hughes score 33% 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 32 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: 8.3/10.
How PS 30 Hernandez/hughes Compares
See how PS 30 Hernandez/hughes performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
144-176 E 128TH ST, New York, NY 10035
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 30 Hernandez/hughes may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 2 (rated 7.2/10), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST PAUL SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PS 133 FRED R MOORE (rated 6.3/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. 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 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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| CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 6.3 |
| COLUMBUS AVENUE SCHOOL Freeport, NY | 6.3 |
| DIVINE MERCY CATHOLIC ACADEMY Ozone Park, NY | 6.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 30 Hernandez/hughes
What grades does PS 30 Hernandez/hughes serve?
PS 30 Hernandez/hughes serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 30 Hernandez/hughes?
PS 30 Hernandez/hughes has an enrollment of approximately 164 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 30 Hernandez/hughes?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 30 Hernandez/hughes is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 30 Hernandez/hughes rank in NY?
PS 30 Hernandez/hughes ranks #2,274 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 30 Hernandez/hughes's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 30 Hernandez/hughes has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 30 Hernandez/hughes?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 30 Hernandez/hughes has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 30 Hernandez/hughes a charter school?
No, PS 30 Hernandez/hughes is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 30 Hernandez/hughes a Title I school?
No, PS 30 Hernandez/hughes is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 30 Hernandez/hughes?
95.7% of students at PS 30 Hernandez/hughes qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 164
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 74.4%
- Phone
- (212) 876-1825
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5- District Enrollment
- 8,945
- Schools in District
- 28
- District Rank
- #7 of 28
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