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#3453 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 36 Margaret Douglas
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5
123 MORNINGSIDE DR, New York, NY 10027
Enrollment
277
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
277
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,453 of 4,742
In New York
#269 of 346
public schools
In district
#13 of 28
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5
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PS 36 Margaret Douglas
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About PS 36 Margaret Douglas
PS 36 Margaret Douglas is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5. PS 36 Margaret Douglas serves approximately 277 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 36 Margaret Douglas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,453 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 36 Margaret Douglas show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, PS 36 Margaret Douglas sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
79% of students at PS 36 Margaret Douglas 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 36 Margaret Douglas — Students at PS 36 Margaret Douglas score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91%
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: 6.4/10.
How PS 36 Margaret Douglas Compares
See how PS 36 Margaret Douglas performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
123 MORNINGSIDE DR, New York, NY 10027
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 36 Margaret Douglas may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE CATHEDRAL SCHOOL OF ST JOHN THE DIVINE (rated 8.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 6 (rated 8.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 125 RALPH BUNCHE (rated 8.1/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 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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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| ACADEMY OF ST DOROTHY Staten Island, NY | 5.1 |
| CAMBRIA CENTER FOR THE GIFTED CHILD Cambria Heights, NY | 5.1 |
| CHERRY ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse, NY | 5.1 |
| DOVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dover Plains, NY | 5.1 |
| LYNDONVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lyndonville, NY | 5.1 |
| MIDWOOD CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn, NY | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 36 Margaret Douglas
What grades does PS 36 Margaret Douglas serve?
PS 36 Margaret Douglas serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 36 Margaret Douglas?
PS 36 Margaret Douglas has an enrollment of approximately 277 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 36 Margaret Douglas?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 36 Margaret Douglas is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 36 Margaret Douglas rank in NY?
PS 36 Margaret Douglas ranks #3,453 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 36 Margaret Douglas's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 36 Margaret Douglas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 36 Margaret Douglas?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 36 Margaret Douglas has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 36 Margaret Douglas a charter school?
No, PS 36 Margaret Douglas is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 36 Margaret Douglas a Title I school?
No, PS 36 Margaret Douglas is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 36 Margaret Douglas?
91.0% of students at PS 36 Margaret Douglas 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
- 277
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 79.4%
- Phone
- (212) 690-5807
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5- District Enrollment
- 8,945
- Schools in District
- 28
- District Rank
- #13 of 28
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