Average
#2105 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 44% in state
PS 4 Duke Ellington
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6
500 W 160TH ST, New York, NY 10032
Enrollment
450
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
450
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,105 of 4,742
In New York
#190 of 346
public schools
In district
#14 of 45
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6
Academic growth
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About PS 4 Duke Ellington
PS 4 Duke Ellington is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6. PS 4 Duke Ellington serves approximately 450 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 4 Duke Ellington has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,105 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 4 Duke Ellington show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
54% of students at PS 4 Duke Ellington 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 4 Duke Ellington — Students at PS 4 Duke Ellington score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.3%
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: 8.1/10.
How PS 4 Duke Ellington Compares
See how PS 4 Duke Ellington performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
500 W 160TH ST, New York, NY 10032
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 4 Duke Ellington may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS/IS 210 21ST CENTURY ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 173 (rated 7.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, KIPP NYC WASHINGTON HEIGHTS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly 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 10032 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,588
Median Home Value
$545,500
Median Rent
$1,546/mo
Population
55,579
College Educated
39.8%
Homeownership
8.3%
Avg Commute
39.4 min
Poverty Rate
20.1%
Median Age
38.4
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| EAST QUOGUE SCHOOL East Quogue, NY | 6.5 |
| EAST STREET SCHOOL Hicksville, NY | 6.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 4 Duke Ellington
What grades does PS 4 Duke Ellington serve?
PS 4 Duke Ellington serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 4 Duke Ellington?
PS 4 Duke Ellington has an enrollment of approximately 450 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 4 Duke Ellington?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 4 Duke Ellington is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 4 Duke Ellington rank in NY?
PS 4 Duke Ellington ranks #2,105 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 4 Duke Ellington's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 4 Duke Ellington has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 4 Duke Ellington?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 4 Duke Ellington has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 4 Duke Ellington a charter school?
No, PS 4 Duke Ellington is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 4 Duke Ellington a Title I school?
No, PS 4 Duke Ellington is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 4 Duke Ellington?
95.3% of students at PS 4 Duke Ellington 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
- 450
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.6%
- Phone
- (212) 928-0739
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6- District Enrollment
- 17,940
- Schools in District
- 45
- District Rank
- #14 of 45
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