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#350 of 4,739 schools in NY

Top 7% in state

Special Music School

School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3

129 W 67TH ST, New York, NY 10023

Enrollment

299

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In New York

#45 of 346

public schools

New York schools

#3 of 245

In district

#7 of 42

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3

Academic performance

9.6 / 10

Exceptional

About Special Music School

Special Music School is a public school in New York, NY, part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3. The school serves approximately 299 students in grades Kindergarten – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 10.7:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3/10, placing it in the 92.6th percentile among NY schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 98% proficiency in math, 51 points above the state average and 98% in reading/language arts, 36 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (8.6/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $157,866, where 84% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large city setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+0.44 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendStable
Academics9.6Exceptional25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency92%
Reading/ELA Proficiency97.5%
Math vs. State Avg+38.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+34.7 pts
Overall Proficiency95%
Expected (poverty-adj.)67%
vs. Expected+28.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
College Readiness7.8Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation22.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.7:1

Special Music School — Students at Special Music School score 95% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

26.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY NYSED (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 97.9%
School
State
47.0%
ELA Proficiency 98.3%
School
State
62.8%

Based on 8 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2021*
Math
98%
ELA
98.8%

* 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: 7.4/10.

How Special Music School Compares

See how Special Music School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
93th percentile in NY
Academic
9.6/10
9.6/10
Growth
7.4/10
Above average
Environment
8.6/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
26%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers

Performance Trends

Math proficiency has declined from 97.5% (2019) to 92% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 97.5% (2019) to 97.5% (2021).

Location

129 W 67TH ST, New York, NY 10023

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Special Music School may also want to explore other schools in the area. MANHATTAN STAR ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 0.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is THE PARKSIDE SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, WEST END DAY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 0.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.5 mi
School Distance Rating
MANHATTAN STAR ACADEMY New York 0.1 mi 7.1
HIGH SCHOOL FOR LAW ADVOCACY AND COMMUNITY JUSTICE New York 0.1 mi 6.9
HIGH SCHOOL OF ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY New York 0.1 mi 7.9
MANHATTAN/HUNTER SCIENCE HIGH SCHOOL New York 0.1 mi 7.0
URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL FOR MEDIA STUDIES New York 0.1 mi 7.9
MAXINE GREENE HIGH SCHOOL FOR IMAGINATIVE INQUIRY (THE) New York 0.1 mi 6.7
FUSION ACADEMY MANHATTAN - UPPER WEST SIDE New York 0.1 mi 8.1
PS 199 JESSIE ISADOR STRAUS New York 0.2 mi 7.2
FIORELLO H LAGUARDIA HIGH SCHOOL New York 0.2 mi 7.7
WEST END DAY SCHOOL New York 0.3 mi 6.4
PROFESSIONAL CHILDRENS SCHOOL New York 0.4 mi 7.6
PS 452 New York 0.3 mi 6.4
WEST END SECONDARY SCHOOL New York 0.3 mi 8.6
THE SPEYER LEGACY SCHOOL New York 0.4 mi 7.3
THE PARKSIDE SCHOOL New York 0.4 mi 7.0
ABRAHAM JOSHUA HESCHEL SCHOOL New York 0.4 mi 5.7
ROBERT LOUIS STEVENSON SCHOOL New York 0.4 mi 7.0
RIVERSIDE SCHOOL FOR MAKERS AND ARTISTS (THE) New York 0.4 mi 6.9
MS 245 COMPUTER SCHOOL (THE) New York 0.5 mi 7.3
ANDERSON SCHOOL (THE) New York 0.5 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10023 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$157,866

Median Home Value

$1,401,800

Median Rent

$3,050/mo

Population

67,468

College Educated

84.3%

Homeownership

39.5%

Avg Commute

27.9 min

Poverty Rate

8.7%

Median Age

43.8

Community Profile

The community surrounding Special Music School has a median household income of $157,866. It is a well-educated community where 84% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,401,800, with a median rent of $3,050/month. The local poverty rate of 8.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF NY New York, NY 8.3
THE CHURCHILL SCHOOL & CENTER New York, NY 8.3
GREEN CHIMNEYS SCHOOL Brewster, NY 8.4
LEXINGTON SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Jackson Heights, NY 8.4
THE KEW-FOREST SCHOOL Forest Hills, NY 8.2
CANASERAGA SCHOOL Canaseraga, NY 8.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Special Music School

What grades does Special Music School serve?

Special Music School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Special Music School?

Special Music School has an enrollment of approximately 299 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Special Music School?

The student-teacher ratio at Special Music School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Special Music School rank in NY?

Special Music School is ranked #350 out of 4,739 schools in NY.

What is Special Music School's MySchoolScout rating?

Special Music School has a composite rating of 8.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Special Music School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Special Music School has 97.9% math proficiency and 98.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Special Music School a charter school?

No, Special Music School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Special Music School a Title I school?

No, Special Music School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Special Music School?

26.1% of students at Special Music School 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
99 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
90 Biker’s Paradise
City Safety
High (3,049/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (New York). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
299
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
26.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
New York County
Phone
(212) 501-3318
Data Year
2023–2024

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District

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3
District Enrollment
19,335
Schools in District
43
District Rank
#7 of 42

Other Schools in This District

PS 75 EMILY DICKINSON 9.2 WADLEIGH PERF AND VISUAL ARTS 9.1 PS 163 ALFRED E SMITH 8.8 PS 180 HUGO NEWMAN 8.6 WEST END SECONDARY SCHOOL 8.6

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology
Data sources
NCES CCDSY 2022-23NY NYSED2020-21NCES EdFacts2019–2022Census ACS2019-2023MySchoolScout Rankings2024 Full details →

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