Needs Improvement
#4688 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 34 Franklin D Roosevelt
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 1
730 E 12TH ST, New York, NY 10009
Enrollment
217
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
2.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
217
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
2.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,688 of 4,742
In New York
#344 of 346
public schools
In district
#25 of 26
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 1
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PS 34 Franklin D Roosevelt
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About PS 34 Franklin D Roosevelt
PS 34 Franklin D Roosevelt is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 1. PS 34 Franklin D Roosevelt serves approximately 217 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 34 Franklin D Roosevelt has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,688 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 34 Franklin D Roosevelt show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 2.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.1
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 7.8:1 students to teachers, PS 34 Franklin D Roosevelt sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
83% of students at PS 34 Franklin D Roosevelt 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 34 Franklin D Roosevelt — Students at PS 34 Franklin D Roosevelt score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 30 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: 2.4/10.
How PS 34 Franklin D Roosevelt Compares
See how PS 34 Franklin D Roosevelt performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
730 E 12TH ST, New York, NY 10009
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 34 Franklin D Roosevelt may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 15 ROBERTO CLEMENTE (rated 7.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHILDREN'S WORKSHOP SCHOOL (THE) (rated 6.7/10, 0.2 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 10009 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,963
Median Home Value
$690,600
Median Rent
$1,925/mo
Population
58,341
College Educated
62.6%
Homeownership
8.9%
Avg Commute
30.8 min
Poverty Rate
19.5%
Median Age
38.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 34 Franklin D Roosevelt
What grades does PS 34 Franklin D Roosevelt serve?
PS 34 Franklin D Roosevelt serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend PS 34 Franklin D Roosevelt?
PS 34 Franklin D Roosevelt has an enrollment of approximately 217 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 34 Franklin D Roosevelt?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 34 Franklin D Roosevelt is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 34 Franklin D Roosevelt rank in NY?
PS 34 Franklin D Roosevelt ranks #4,688 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 34 Franklin D Roosevelt's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 34 Franklin D Roosevelt has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 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 34 Franklin D Roosevelt?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 34 Franklin D Roosevelt has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 34 Franklin D Roosevelt a charter school?
No, PS 34 Franklin D Roosevelt is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 34 Franklin D Roosevelt a Title I school?
No, PS 34 Franklin D Roosevelt is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 34 Franklin D Roosevelt?
96.8% of students at PS 34 Franklin D Roosevelt 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 217
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 82.9%
- Phone
- (212) 228-4433
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 1- District Enrollment
- 9,896
- Schools in District
- 26
- District Rank
- #25 of 26
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