Below Average
#4152 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 5 Ellen Lurie
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6
3703 10TH AVE, New York, NY 10034
Enrollment
385
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
385
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,152 of 4,742
In New York
#317 of 346
public schools
In district
#44 of 45
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6
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PS 5 Ellen Lurie
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About PS 5 Ellen Lurie
PS 5 Ellen Lurie is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6. PS 5 Ellen Lurie serves approximately 385 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 5 Ellen Lurie has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,152 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 5 Ellen Lurie show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 6.1
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
75% of students at PS 5 Ellen Lurie 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 5 Ellen Lurie — Students at PS 5 Ellen Lurie score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.5%
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: 5.2/10.
How PS 5 Ellen Lurie Compares
See how PS 5 Ellen Lurie performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3703 10TH AVE, New York, NY 10034
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 5 Ellen Lurie may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EQUITY PROJECT CHARTER SCHOOL (THE) (rated 7.9/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PROFESSOR JUAN BOSCH PUBLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WASHINGTON HEIGHTS ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10034 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,786
Median Home Value
$518,000
Median Rent
$1,621/mo
Population
39,037
College Educated
39.2%
Homeownership
10%
Avg Commute
46.8 min
Poverty Rate
14.6%
Median Age
38.1
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| ARBOR HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany, NY | 4.1 |
| BICYCLE PATH KINDERGARTEN-PRE K CENTER Selden, NY | 4.1 |
| BRIGHTER CHOICE CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BOYS Albany, NY | 4.1 |
| BROWNVILLE SCHOOL Brownville, NY | 4.1 |
| CHARLOTTE AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg, NY | 4.1 |
| EAST COLDENHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Newburgh, NY | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 5 Ellen Lurie
What grades does PS 5 Ellen Lurie serve?
PS 5 Ellen Lurie serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 5 Ellen Lurie?
PS 5 Ellen Lurie has an enrollment of approximately 385 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 5 Ellen Lurie?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 5 Ellen Lurie is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 5 Ellen Lurie rank in NY?
PS 5 Ellen Lurie ranks #4,152 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 5 Ellen Lurie's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 5 Ellen Lurie has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 5 Ellen Lurie?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 5 Ellen Lurie has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 5 Ellen Lurie a charter school?
No, PS 5 Ellen Lurie is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 5 Ellen Lurie a Title I school?
No, PS 5 Ellen Lurie is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 5 Ellen Lurie?
93.5% of students at PS 5 Ellen Lurie 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
- 385
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 74.5%
- Phone
- (212) 567-8109
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6- District Enrollment
- 17,940
- Schools in District
- 45
- District Rank
- #44 of 45
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