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#2797 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 92 Mary Mcleod Bethune
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5
222 W 134TH ST, New York, NY 10030
Enrollment
170
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
170
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,797 of 4,742
In New York
#230 of 346
public schools
In district
#9 of 28
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5
Academic growth
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About PS 92 Mary Mcleod Bethune
PS 92 Mary Mcleod Bethune is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5. PS 92 Mary Mcleod Bethune serves approximately 170 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 92 Mary Mcleod Bethune has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,797 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 92 Mary Mcleod Bethune show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 170 students, PS 92 Mary Mcleod Bethune is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at PS 92 Mary Mcleod Bethune sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
87% of students at PS 92 Mary Mcleod Bethune 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 92 Mary Mcleod Bethune — Students at PS 92 Mary Mcleod Bethune score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.2%
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: 8.4/10.
How PS 92 Mary Mcleod Bethune Compares
See how PS 92 Mary Mcleod Bethune performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
222 W 134TH ST, New York, NY 10030
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 92 Mary Mcleod Bethune may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 6 (rated 8.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 5 (rated 6.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST CHARLES BORROMEO SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10030 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,738
Median Home Value
$810,100
Median Rent
$1,204/mo
Population
30,781
College Educated
34.9%
Homeownership
13.3%
Avg Commute
38.9 min
Poverty Rate
32.6%
Median Age
37.3
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- ComparePS 92 Mary Mcleod Bethune vs WILLIAM LYNCH SCHOOL (THE)NEW YORK, NY Peer score 5.6/10 -0.2 vs PS 92 Mary Mcleod Bethune
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 92 Mary Mcleod Bethune
What grades does PS 92 Mary Mcleod Bethune serve?
PS 92 Mary Mcleod Bethune serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 92 Mary Mcleod Bethune?
PS 92 Mary Mcleod Bethune has an enrollment of approximately 170 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 92 Mary Mcleod Bethune?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 92 Mary Mcleod Bethune is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 92 Mary Mcleod Bethune rank in NY?
PS 92 Mary Mcleod Bethune ranks #2,797 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 92 Mary Mcleod Bethune's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 92 Mary Mcleod Bethune has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 92 Mary Mcleod Bethune?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 92 Mary Mcleod Bethune has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 92 Mary Mcleod Bethune a charter school?
No, PS 92 Mary Mcleod Bethune is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 92 Mary Mcleod Bethune a Title I school?
No, PS 92 Mary Mcleod Bethune is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 92 Mary Mcleod Bethune?
98.2% of students at PS 92 Mary Mcleod Bethune 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
- 170
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 87.1%
- Phone
- (212) 690-5915
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5- District Enrollment
- 8,945
- Schools in District
- 28
- District Rank
- #9 of 28
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