Excellent
#571 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 12% in state
PS 40 Augustus Saint-gaudens
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2
320 E 20TH ST, New York, NY 10003
Enrollment
537
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
537
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#571 of 4,742
In New York
#58 of 346
public schools
In district
#37 of 118
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2
Academic performance
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About PS 40 Augustus Saint-gaudens
PS 40 Augustus Saint-gaudens is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2. PS 40 Augustus Saint-gaudens serves approximately 537 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 40 Augustus Saint-gaudens has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #571 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 40 Augustus Saint-gaudens show 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 7.8
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 40 Augustus Saint-gaudens — Students at PS 40 Augustus Saint-gaudens score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
18.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 8.5/10.
How PS 40 Augustus Saint-gaudens Compares
See how PS 40 Augustus Saint-gaudens performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
320 E 20TH ST, New York, NY 10003
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 40 Augustus Saint-gaudens may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. 47 AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE AND ENGLISH LOWER SCHOOL (THE) (rated 8.1/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ECOLE INTERNATIONALE DE NEW YORK - THE ECOLE (rated 7.4/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$153,750
Median Home Value
$1,137,000
Median Rent
$2,772/mo
Population
53,825
College Educated
82.2%
Homeownership
34.7%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
12.7%
Median Age
31.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 40 Augustus Saint-gaudens
What grades does PS 40 Augustus Saint-gaudens serve?
PS 40 Augustus Saint-gaudens serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 40 Augustus Saint-gaudens?
PS 40 Augustus Saint-gaudens has an enrollment of approximately 537 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 40 Augustus Saint-gaudens?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 40 Augustus Saint-gaudens is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 40 Augustus Saint-gaudens rank in NY?
PS 40 Augustus Saint-gaudens ranks #571 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 40 Augustus Saint-gaudens's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 40 Augustus Saint-gaudens has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 40 Augustus Saint-gaudens?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 40 Augustus Saint-gaudens has 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 40 Augustus Saint-gaudens a charter school?
No, PS 40 Augustus Saint-gaudens is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 40 Augustus Saint-gaudens a Title I school?
No, PS 40 Augustus Saint-gaudens is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 40 Augustus Saint-gaudens?
18.4% of students at PS 40 Augustus Saint-gaudens 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
- 537
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 18.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.3%
- Phone
- (212) 475-5500
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2- District Enrollment
- 55,421
- Schools in District
- 119
- District Rank
- #37 of 118
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