Very Good
#1457 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 31% in state
PS 59 Beekman Hill International
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2
231-249 E 56TH ST, New York, NY 10022
Enrollment
515
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
515
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,457 of 4,742
In New York
#147 of 346
public schools
In district
#79 of 118
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2
Academic performance
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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PS 59 Beekman Hill International
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About PS 59 Beekman Hill International
PS 59 Beekman Hill International is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2. PS 59 Beekman Hill International serves approximately 515 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 59 Beekman Hill International has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,457 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 59 Beekman Hill International show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 7.8
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at PS 59 Beekman Hill International 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 59 Beekman Hill International — Students at PS 59 Beekman Hill International score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
10.9%
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: 8.2/10.
How PS 59 Beekman Hill International Compares
See how PS 59 Beekman Hill International performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
231-249 E 56TH ST, New York, NY 10022
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 59 Beekman Hill International may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EAST SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL-PS 267 (rated 8.6/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 183 ROBERT L STEVENSON (rated 8.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ELLA BAKER SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ART AND DESIGN HIGH SCHOOL New York | 0.0 mi | 7.8 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF NY New York | 0.1 mi | — |
| CATHEDRAL HIGH SCHOOL New York | 0.1 mi | 5.5 |
| CHILDREN'S ACADEMY New York | 0.3 mi | 7.9 |
| EAST SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL-PS 267 New York | 0.3 mi | 8.6 |
| THE BEEKMAN SCHOOL New York | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| THE BROWNING SCHOOL New York | 0.4 mi | 8.1 |
| ST VINCENT FERRER HIGH SCHOOL New York | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| THE FAMILY SCHOOL New York | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| RABBI ARTHUR SCHNEIER PARK EAST DAY SCHOOL New York | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| TALENT UNLIMITED HIGH SCHOOL New York | 0.5 mi | 8.5 |
| ELLA BAKER SCHOOL New York | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| VANGUARD HIGH SCHOOL New York | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| MANHATTAN INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL New York | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| URBAN ACADEMY LABORATORY HIGH SCHOOL New York | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 183 ROBERT L STEVENSON New York | 0.5 mi | 8.6 |
| MANHATTAN HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS New York | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| LYCEUM KENNEDY FRENCH AMERICAN SCHOOL New York | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| LYCEUM KENNEDY JAPANESE SCHOOL New York | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| TEMPLE ISRAEL New York | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10022 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$171,038
Median Home Value
$1,116,700
Median Rent
$2,928/mo
Population
34,340
College Educated
83.6%
Homeownership
48.4%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.7%
Median Age
47.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ABBEY LANE SCHOOL Levittown, NY | 7.2 |
| ACADEMIC LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 7.2 |
| ACHIEVEMENT FIRST ENDEAVOR CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.2 |
| AKRON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Akron, NY | 7.2 |
| ALDEN TERRACE SCHOOL Valley Stream, NY | 7.2 |
| ALTMAR-PARISH-WILLIAMSTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Parish, NY | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 59 Beekman Hill International
What grades does PS 59 Beekman Hill International serve?
PS 59 Beekman Hill International serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 59 Beekman Hill International?
PS 59 Beekman Hill International has an enrollment of approximately 515 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 59 Beekman Hill International?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 59 Beekman Hill International is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 59 Beekman Hill International rank in NY?
PS 59 Beekman Hill International ranks #1,457 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 59 Beekman Hill International's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 59 Beekman Hill International has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 59 Beekman Hill International?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 59 Beekman Hill International has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 59 Beekman Hill International a charter school?
No, PS 59 Beekman Hill International is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 59 Beekman Hill International a Title I school?
No, PS 59 Beekman Hill International is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 59 Beekman Hill International?
10.9% of students at PS 59 Beekman Hill International qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 515
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 10.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.0%
- Phone
- (212) 888-7870
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2- District Enrollment
- 55,421
- Schools in District
- 119
- District Rank
- #79 of 118
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