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#3363 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 7 Samuel Stern
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 4
160 E 120TH ST, New York, NY 10035
Enrollment
400
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
400
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,363 of 4,742
In New York
#262 of 346
public schools
In district
#14 of 28
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 4
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About PS 7 Samuel Stern
PS 7 Samuel Stern is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 4. PS 7 Samuel Stern serves approximately 400 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 7 Samuel Stern has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,363 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 7 Samuel Stern show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 4.8
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
76% of students at PS 7 Samuel Stern 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 7 Samuel Stern — Students at PS 7 Samuel Stern score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 6.8/10.
How PS 7 Samuel Stern Compares
See how PS 7 Samuel Stern performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
160 E 120TH ST, New York, NY 10035
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 7 Samuel Stern may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 2 (rated 7.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST PAUL SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 30 HERNANDEZ/HUGHES (rated 6.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST PAUL SCHOOL New York | 0.1 mi | 6.7 |
| PS 96 JOSEPH LANZETTA New York | 0.1 mi | 4.6 |
| PS 79 HORAN SCHOOL New York | 0.2 mi | 3.7 |
| JAMES WELDON JOHNSON SCHOOL New York | 0.3 mi | 2.8 |
| HARLEM PREP CHARTER SCHOOL New York | 0.2 mi | 5.1 |
| DEMOCRACY PREP ENDURANCE CHARTER SCHOOL New York | 0.2 mi | 5.4 |
| PS 155 WILLIAM PACA New York | 0.3 mi | 4.7 |
| RENAISSANCE SCHOOL OF THE ARTS New York | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| HARLEM CHILDREN'S ZONE PROMISE ACADEMY II CHARTER SCHOOL New York | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| PS 102 JACQUES CARTIER New York | 0.4 mi | 4.8 |
| RIVER EAST ELEMENTARY New York | 0.3 mi | 4.3 |
| HARLEM VILLAGE ACADEMY EAST CHARTER SCHOOL New York | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL FOR GLOBAL COMMERCE (THE) New York | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| PS 30 HERNANDEZ/HUGHES New York | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| PS 138 New York | 0.4 mi | — |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 2 New York | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| THE KINGS ACADEMY OF THE TRUE CHURCH OF GOD New York | 0.4 mi | — |
| COOKE SCHOOL New York | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| HARLEM RENAISSANCE HIGH SCHOOL New York | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| MOSAIC PREPARATORY ACADEMY New York | 0.4 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10035 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,556
Median Home Value
$663,500
Median Rent
$1,283/mo
Population
39,082
College Educated
30.7%
Homeownership
9.9%
Avg Commute
37.6 min
Poverty Rate
37.2%
Median Age
36.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACCOMPSETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Smithtown, NY | 5.2 |
| BAIS YAAKOV CHOFETZ CHAIM OF POMONA Pomona, NY | 5.2 |
| CAMBRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cambridge, NY | 5.2 |
| CHIPPEWA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Holtsville, NY | 5.2 |
| COHEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmira Heights, NY | 5.2 |
| CONGREGATION YESHIVA OF GREATER MONSEY Spring Valley, NY | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 7 Samuel Stern
What grades does PS 7 Samuel Stern serve?
PS 7 Samuel Stern serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend PS 7 Samuel Stern?
PS 7 Samuel Stern has an enrollment of approximately 400 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 7 Samuel Stern?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 7 Samuel Stern is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 7 Samuel Stern rank in NY?
PS 7 Samuel Stern ranks #3,363 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 7 Samuel Stern's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 7 Samuel Stern has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 7 Samuel Stern?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 7 Samuel Stern has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 7 Samuel Stern a charter school?
No, PS 7 Samuel Stern is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 7 Samuel Stern a Title I school?
No, PS 7 Samuel Stern is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 7 Samuel Stern?
94.8% of students at PS 7 Samuel Stern 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 400
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 75.8%
- Phone
- (212) 860-5827
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 4- District Enrollment
- 11,690
- Schools in District
- 29
- District Rank
- #14 of 28
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