Very Good
#1074 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 23% in state
PS 333 Manhattan School for Children
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3
154 W 93RD ST, New York, NY 10025
Enrollment
473
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
473
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,074 of 4,742
In New York
#111 of 346
public schools
In district
#18 of 42
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3
Academic growth
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About PS 333 Manhattan School for Children
PS 333 Manhattan School for Children is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3. PS 333 Manhattan School for Children serves approximately 473 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 333 Manhattan School for Children has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,074 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 333 Manhattan School for Children show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 8.4:1 students to teachers, PS 333 Manhattan School for Children sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
43% of students at PS 333 Manhattan School for Children 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 333 Manhattan School for Children — Students at PS 333 Manhattan School for Children score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.7%
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: 8.2/10.
How PS 333 Manhattan School for Children Compares
See how PS 333 Manhattan School for Children performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
154 W 93RD ST, New York, NY 10025
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 333 Manhattan School for Children may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BASIS INDEPENDENT MANHATTAN (rated 9.1/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 166 RICHARD ROGERS SCHOOL OF THE ARTS & SCIENCE (THE) (rated 8.7/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 84 LILLIAN WEBER (rated 8.2/10, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| LAFAYETTE ACADEMY New York | 0.0 mi | 8.2 |
| COMMUNITY ACTION SCHOOL-MS 258 New York | 0.0 mi | 5.5 |
| MANHATTAN CHILDREN'S CENTER (THE) New York | 0.1 mi | 7.7 |
| THE GENEVA SCHOOL OF MANHATTAN New York | 0.1 mi | 7.9 |
| THE STUDIO SCHOOL New York | 0.1 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 166 RICHARD ROGERS SCHOOL OF THE ARTS & SCIENCE (THE) New York | 0.2 mi | 8.7 |
| PS 84 LILLIAN WEBER New York | 0.2 mi | 8.2 |
| PS 163 ALFRED E SMITH New York | 0.2 mi | 7.5 |
| COLUMBIA GRAMMAR & PREPARATORY SCHOOL New York | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| PS 75 EMILY DICKINSON New York | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| DWIGHT SCHOOL New York | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| THE SMITH SCHOOL New York | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| WEST SIDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL New York | 0.3 mi | — |
| GAN ALIYA New York | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI COLUMBUS SQUARE New York | 0.3 mi | — |
| ALEXANDER ROBERTSON SCHOOL New York | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| BEIT RABBAN DAY SCHOOL New York | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| BASIS INDEPENDENT MANHATTAN New York | 0.3 mi | 9.1 |
| MANHATTAN COUNTRY SCHOOL New York | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| SOLOMON SCHECHTER SCHOOL OF MANHATTAN New York | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10025 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,195
Median Home Value
$1,125,200
Median Rent
$2,009/mo
Population
93,223
College Educated
68.8%
Homeownership
30.7%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Median Age
40.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A F PALMER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL / WINDSOR CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Windsor, NY | 7.6 |
| BABYLON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Babylon, NY | 7.6 |
| BABYLON MEMORIAL GRADE SCHOOL Babylon, NY | 7.6 |
| BIRCHWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady, NY | 7.6 |
| CHANCELLOR LIVINGSTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rhinebeck, NY | 7.6 |
| DAVID N DINKINS SCHOOL Jamaica, NY | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 333 Manhattan School for Children
What grades does PS 333 Manhattan School for Children serve?
PS 333 Manhattan School for Children serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend PS 333 Manhattan School for Children?
PS 333 Manhattan School for Children has an enrollment of approximately 473 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 333 Manhattan School for Children?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 333 Manhattan School for Children is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 333 Manhattan School for Children rank in NY?
PS 333 Manhattan School for Children ranks #1,074 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 333 Manhattan School for Children's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 333 Manhattan School for Children has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 333 Manhattan School for Children?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 333 Manhattan School for Children has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 333 Manhattan School for Children a charter school?
No, PS 333 Manhattan School for Children is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 333 Manhattan School for Children a Title I school?
No, PS 333 Manhattan School for Children is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 333 Manhattan School for Children?
49.7% of students at PS 333 Manhattan School for Children 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 473
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.7%
- Phone
- (212) 222-1450
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3- District Enrollment
- 19,335
- Schools in District
- 43
- District Rank
- #18 of 42
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