Excellent
#657 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 14% in state
PS 452
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3
210 W 61ST ST, New York, NY 10023
Enrollment
387
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
387
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#657 of 4,742
In New York
#72 of 346
public schools
In district
#11 of 42
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About PS 452
PS 452 is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3. PS 452 serves approximately 387 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 452 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #657 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 452 show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 6.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at PS 452 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 452 — Students at PS 452 score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
38.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.5/10.
How PS 452 Compares
See how PS 452 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
210 W 61ST ST, New York, NY 10023
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 452 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 199 JESSIE ISADOR STRAUS (rated 7.9/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is HUDSONWAY IMMERSION SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, THE SPEYER LEGACY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.2 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 10023 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$157,866
Median Home Value
$1,401,800
Median Rent
$3,050/mo
Population
67,468
College Educated
84.3%
Homeownership
39.5%
Avg Commute
27.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Median Age
43.8
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| ANDERSON SCHOOL (THE) New York, NY | 8.0 |
| BROOKLYN ARBOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 8.0 |
| BROOKLYN RISE CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 8.0 |
| BUCKLEY COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Roslyn, NY | 8.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 452
What grades does PS 452 serve?
PS 452 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 452?
PS 452 has an enrollment of approximately 387 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 452?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 452 is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 452 rank in NY?
PS 452 ranks #657 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 452's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 452 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 452?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 452 has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
Is PS 452 a charter school?
No, PS 452 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 452 a Title I school?
No, PS 452 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 452?
38.8% of students at PS 452 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
- 387
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 38.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.3%
- Phone
- (212) 259-6222
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3- District Enrollment
- 19,335
- Schools in District
- 43
- District Rank
- #11 of 42
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