Very Good
#757 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 16% in state
PS 527 East Side School for Social Action
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2
323 E 91ST ST, New York, NY 10128
Enrollment
389
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
389
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#757 of 4,742
In New York
#77 of 346
public schools
In district
#48 of 118
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2
Academic performance
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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PS 527 East Side School for Social Action
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About PS 527 East Side School for Social Action
PS 527 East Side School for Social Action is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2. PS 527 East Side School for Social Action serves approximately 389 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 527 East Side School for Social Action has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #757 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 527 East Side School for Social Action show 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 7.8
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 527 East Side School for Social Action — Students at PS 527 East Side School for Social Action score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
23.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 22 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 7.2/10.
How PS 527 East Side School for Social Action Compares
See how PS 527 East Side School for Social Action performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
323 E 91ST ST, New York, NY 10128
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 527 East Side School for Social Action may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. YORKVILLE COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 198 ISADOR E IDA STRAUS (rated 8.2/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS 77 LOWER LAB SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. 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 10128 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$148,705
Median Home Value
$1,295,600
Median Rent
$2,648/mo
Population
59,000
College Educated
77.5%
Homeownership
32.3%
Avg Commute
32.1 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
42.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 527 East Side School for Social Action
What grades does PS 527 East Side School for Social Action serve?
PS 527 East Side School for Social Action serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend PS 527 East Side School for Social Action?
PS 527 East Side School for Social Action has an enrollment of approximately 389 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 527 East Side School for Social Action?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 527 East Side School for Social Action is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 527 East Side School for Social Action rank in NY?
PS 527 East Side School for Social Action ranks #757 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 527 East Side School for Social Action's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 527 East Side School for Social Action has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 527 East Side School for Social Action?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 527 East Side School for Social Action has 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
Is PS 527 East Side School for Social Action a charter school?
No, PS 527 East Side School for Social Action is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 527 East Side School for Social Action a Title I school?
No, PS 527 East Side School for Social Action is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 527 East Side School for Social Action?
23.1% of students at PS 527 East Side School for Social Action 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 389
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 23.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.1%
- Phone
- (212) 828-2710
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2- District Enrollment
- 55,421
- Schools in District
- 119
- District Rank
- #48 of 118
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