Below Average
#3956 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 46 Arthur Tappan
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5
2987 FREDERICK DOUGLAS BLVD, New York, NY 10039
Enrollment
371
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
371
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,956 of 4,742
In New York
#302 of 346
public schools
In district
#20 of 28
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5
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About PS 46 Arthur Tappan
PS 46 Arthur Tappan is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5. PS 46 Arthur Tappan serves approximately 371 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 46 Arthur Tappan has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,956 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 46 Arthur Tappan show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, PS 46 Arthur Tappan 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 46 Arthur Tappan 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 46 Arthur Tappan — Students at PS 46 Arthur Tappan 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
95.4%
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: 5.9/10.
How PS 46 Arthur Tappan Compares
See how PS 46 Arthur Tappan performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2987 FREDERICK DOUGLAS BLVD, New York, NY 10039
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 46 Arthur Tappan may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS/IS 210 21ST CENTURY ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KIPP NYC WASHINGTON HEIGHTS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 4 DUKE ELLINGTON (rated 6.5/10, 0.3 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 10039 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,792
Median Home Value
$478,200
Median Rent
$1,211/mo
Population
30,512
College Educated
27.2%
Homeownership
14.8%
Avg Commute
41 min
Poverty Rate
28.2%
Median Age
38.6
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| CENTRAL VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Valley, NY | 4.4 |
| CIRCLEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Circleville, NY | 4.4 |
| CLINTON AVENUE SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station, NY | 4.4 |
| DELAWARE PRIMARY SCHOOL Syracuse, NY | 4.4 |
| DRAKE SCHOOL North Tonawanda, NY | 4.4 |
| GREENPORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenport, NY | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 46 Arthur Tappan
What grades does PS 46 Arthur Tappan serve?
PS 46 Arthur Tappan serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend PS 46 Arthur Tappan?
PS 46 Arthur Tappan has an enrollment of approximately 371 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 46 Arthur Tappan?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 46 Arthur Tappan is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 46 Arthur Tappan rank in NY?
PS 46 Arthur Tappan ranks #3,956 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 46 Arthur Tappan's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 46 Arthur Tappan has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 46 Arthur Tappan?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 46 Arthur Tappan has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 46 Arthur Tappan a charter school?
No, PS 46 Arthur Tappan is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 46 Arthur Tappan a Title I school?
No, PS 46 Arthur Tappan is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 46 Arthur Tappan?
95.4% of students at PS 46 Arthur Tappan 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
- 371
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 79.0%
- Phone
- (212) 360-1519
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5- District Enrollment
- 8,945
- Schools in District
- 28
- District Rank
- #20 of 28
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