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#3183 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 51 Elias Howe
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2
525 W 44TH ST, New York, NY 10036
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,183 of 4,742
In New York
#252 of 346
public schools
In district
#111 of 118
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2
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PS 51 Elias Howe
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About PS 51 Elias Howe
PS 51 Elias Howe is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2. PS 51 Elias Howe serves approximately 468 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 51 Elias Howe has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,183 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 51 Elias Howe show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 7.8
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
65% of students at PS 51 Elias Howe 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 51 Elias Howe — Students at PS 51 Elias Howe score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 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: 6.3/10.
How PS 51 Elias Howe Compares
See how PS 51 Elias Howe performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
525 W 44TH ST, New York, NY 10036
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 51 Elias Howe may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HUDSONWAY IMMERSION SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HUDSON YARDS (rated 7.8/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HELL'S KITCHEN (rated 7.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10036 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,225
Median Home Value
$988,000
Median Rent
$2,301/mo
Population
30,589
College Educated
69.3%
Homeownership
8.9%
Avg Commute
29.7 min
Poverty Rate
13.8%
Median Age
39.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BROADWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmira, NY | 5.4 |
| CLAYTON HUEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Center Moriches, NY | 5.4 |
| CLINTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Seneca, NY | 5.4 |
| GRANDVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Monsey, NY | 5.4 |
| HOLMES ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 5.4 |
| HOOSIC VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schaghticoke, NY | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 51 Elias Howe
What grades does PS 51 Elias Howe serve?
PS 51 Elias Howe serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 51 Elias Howe?
PS 51 Elias Howe has an enrollment of approximately 468 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 51 Elias Howe?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 51 Elias Howe is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 51 Elias Howe rank in NY?
PS 51 Elias Howe ranks #3,183 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 51 Elias Howe's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 51 Elias Howe has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 51 Elias Howe?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 51 Elias Howe has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 51 Elias Howe a charter school?
No, PS 51 Elias Howe is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 51 Elias Howe a Title I school?
No, PS 51 Elias Howe is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 51 Elias Howe?
75.0% of students at PS 51 Elias Howe 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
- 468
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 65.0%
- Phone
- (212) 315-7160
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2- District Enrollment
- 55,421
- Schools in District
- 119
- District Rank
- #111 of 118
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