Very Good
#1165 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 25% in state
PS 87 William Sherman
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3
160 W 78TH ST, New York, NY 10024
Enrollment
726
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
726
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,165 of 4,742
In New York
#123 of 346
public schools
In district
#20 of 42
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3
Academic performance
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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PS 87 William Sherman
Elementary School in New York · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 87 William Sherman
PS 87 William Sherman is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3. PS 87 William Sherman serves approximately 726 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 87 William Sherman has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,165 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 87 William Sherman show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 87 William Sherman — Students at PS 87 William Sherman score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
14.3%
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: 7.9/10.
How PS 87 William Sherman Compares
See how PS 87 William Sherman performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
160 W 78TH ST, New York, NY 10024
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 87 William Sherman may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. METROPOLITAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ANDERSON SCHOOL (THE) (rated 8.0/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PS 9 SARAH ANDERSON (rated 7.8/10, 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 0.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MS 247 DUAL LANGUAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL New York | 0.1 mi | 6.1 |
| MS 245 COMPUTER SCHOOL (THE) New York | 0.1 mi | 8.4 |
| ANDERSON SCHOOL (THE) New York | 0.1 mi | 8.0 |
| THE PARKSIDE SCHOOL New York | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| ROBERT LOUIS STEVENSON SCHOOL New York | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| CALHOUN SCHOOL New York | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| PS 811 MICKEY MANTLE SCHOOL New York | 0.3 mi | 4.0 |
| MS 243 CENTER SCHOOL New York | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| PS 9 SARAH ANDERSON New York | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| BAIS YAAKOV BNOS ALIYA New York | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| INNOVATION DIPLOMA PLUS New York | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| GLOBAL LEARNING COLLABORATIVE (THE) New York | 0.3 mi | 7.7 |
| URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL FOR GREEN CAREERS (THE) New York | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| FRANK MCCOURT HIGH SCHOOL New York | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-UPPER WEST New York | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| MANHATTAN COUNTRY SCHOOL New York | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| WEST END DAY SCHOOL New York | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| METROPOLITAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL New York | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| GAN ALIYA New York | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| THE SMITH SCHOOL New York | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10024 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$182,614
Median Home Value
$1,746,400
Median Rent
$2,965/mo
Population
62,576
College Educated
84.2%
Homeownership
38.7%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Median Age
44.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANDREW MULLER PRIMARY SCHOOL Miller Place, NY | 7.5 |
| BOGHT HILLS SCHOOL Cohoes, NY | 7.5 |
| DUDLEY SCHOOL Fairport, NY | 7.5 |
| FRANK J CARASITI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rocky Point, NY | 7.5 |
| HILLVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lancaster, NY | 7.5 |
| HUGHES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Hartford, NY | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 87 William Sherman
What grades does PS 87 William Sherman serve?
PS 87 William Sherman serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 87 William Sherman?
PS 87 William Sherman has an enrollment of approximately 726 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 87 William Sherman?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 87 William Sherman is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 87 William Sherman rank in NY?
PS 87 William Sherman ranks #1,165 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 87 William Sherman's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 87 William Sherman has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 87 William Sherman?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 87 William Sherman has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 87 William Sherman a charter school?
No, PS 87 William Sherman is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 87 William Sherman a Title I school?
No, PS 87 William Sherman is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 87 William Sherman?
14.3% of students at PS 87 William Sherman 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
- 726
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 14.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.9%
- Phone
- (212) 678-2826
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3- District Enrollment
- 19,335
- Schools in District
- 43
- District Rank
- #20 of 42
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