Very Good
#853 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 18% in state
PS 6 Lillie D Blake
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2
45 E 81ST ST, New York, NY 10028
Enrollment
598
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
598
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#853 of 4,742
In New York
#87 of 346
public schools
In district
#53 of 118
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2
Academic performance
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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PS 6 Lillie D Blake
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About PS 6 Lillie D Blake
PS 6 Lillie D Blake is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2. PS 6 Lillie D Blake serves approximately 598 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 6 Lillie D Blake has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #853 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 6 Lillie D Blake show 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.8
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 6 Lillie D Blake — Students at PS 6 Lillie D Blake score 88% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
10%
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
→ 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: 8.7/10.
How PS 6 Lillie D Blake Compares
See how PS 6 Lillie D Blake performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
45 E 81ST ST, New York, NY 10028
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 6 Lillie D Blake may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE ALLEN-STEVENSON SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 290 MANHATTAN NEW SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, HORACE MANN SCHOOL NURSERY-KINDERGARTEN DIVISION (rated 6.1/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST IGNATIUS LOYOLA SCHOOL New York | 0.1 mi | 4.4 |
| REGIS HIGH SCHOOL New York | 0.1 mi | 6.2 |
| MARYMOUNT SCHOOL OF NY New York | 0.2 mi | 6.4 |
| RUDOLF STEINER SCHOOL New York | 0.1 mi | 7.6 |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT MUSEUM MILE New York | 0.2 mi | 7.9 |
| RAMAZ UPPER SCHOOL New York | 0.2 mi | 7.9 |
| THE ALLEN-STEVENSON SCHOOL New York | 0.2 mi | 8.2 |
| THE HEWITT SCHOOL New York | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| TEMPLE ISRAEL New York | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| ST JEAN BAPTISTE HIGH SCHOOL New York | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| THE BIRCH WATHEN LENOX SCHOOL New York | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| PS 169 ROBERT F KENNEDY New York | 0.4 mi | 3.8 |
| JHS 167 ROBERT F WAGNER New York | 0.4 mi | 8.5 |
| INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY OF NEW YORK New York | 0.4 mi | — |
| HORACE MANN SCHOOL NURSERY-KINDERGARTEN DIVISION New York | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| SPENCE SCHOOL New York | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| DALTON SCHOOL New York | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| NIGHTINGALE-BAMFORD SCHOOL New York | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| PS 290 MANHATTAN NEW SCHOOL New York | 0.4 mi | 7.8 |
| THE CATHEDRAL SCHOOL New York | 0.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10028 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$168,125
Median Home Value
$1,600,400
Median Rent
$2,702/mo
Population
45,679
College Educated
83.2%
Homeownership
37.9%
Avg Commute
30.5 min
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
42.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALBANY AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Massapequa, NY | 7.8 |
| CAMPBELL-SAVONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Savona, NY | 7.8 |
| EAGLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delmar, NY | 7.8 |
| EMILY WARREN ROEBLING SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn, NY | 7.8 |
| ENDERS ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Manlius, NY | 7.8 |
| FAMILY SCHOOL (THE) Bronx, NY | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 6 Lillie D Blake
What grades does PS 6 Lillie D Blake serve?
PS 6 Lillie D Blake serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 6 Lillie D Blake?
PS 6 Lillie D Blake has an enrollment of approximately 598 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 6 Lillie D Blake?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 6 Lillie D Blake is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 6 Lillie D Blake rank in NY?
PS 6 Lillie D Blake ranks #853 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 6 Lillie D Blake's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 6 Lillie D Blake has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 6 Lillie D Blake?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 6 Lillie D Blake has 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 6 Lillie D Blake a charter school?
No, PS 6 Lillie D Blake is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 6 Lillie D Blake a Title I school?
No, PS 6 Lillie D Blake is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 6 Lillie D Blake?
10.0% of students at PS 6 Lillie D Blake 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
- 598
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 10.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.6%
- Phone
- (212) 452-6650
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2- District Enrollment
- 55,421
- Schools in District
- 119
- District Rank
- #53 of 118
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