Excellent

#426 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 9% in state

Tag Young Scholars

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 4

240 E 109TH ST, New York, NY 10029

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

550

Student-Teacher

19:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

550

Student-Teacher

19:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#426 of 4,742

In New York

#45 of 346

public schools

In district

#4 of 28

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 4

Academic performance

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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About Tag Young Scholars

Tag Young Scholars is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 4. Tag Young Scholars serves approximately 550 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Tag Young Scholars has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #426 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Tag Young Scholars show 94% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 94% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares3.5 pts above district

8.3

This school 8.3 · Excellent
District avg 4.8
NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress9.2Excellent50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data14

Annual Change+0.4 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendStable

Academics9.7Excellent30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency94.2% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency95.4% (2022 EdFacts)

Math vs. State Avg+40.7 pts

Reading vs. State Avg+34.5 pts

Overall Proficiency95% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+35.1 pts

Adjusted Percentile95th

Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio19:1

Chronic Absenteeism13.1%

Tag Young Scholars — Students at Tag Young Scholars score 95% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

26.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 93.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

44.9% (2021 NYSED)

ELA Proficiency 93.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

57.1% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 39 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009

Math

99.5%

ELA

96%

2010

Math

94%

ELA

88%

2011

Math

97%

ELA

92%

2012

Math

77%

ELA

78%

2013

Math

89%

ELA

84%

2014

Math

95%

ELA

86%

2015

Math

94%

ELA

94%

2016

Math

97%

ELA

94%

2017

Math

94%

ELA

96%

2018

Math

93%

ELA

95%

2019

Math

93%

ELA

95%

2020*

Math

91%

ELA

98%

2021*

Math

95.3%

ELA

98%

2022

Math

94.2%

ELA

95.4%

* 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: 9.2/10.

How Tag Young Scholars Compares

See how Tag Young Scholars performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

8.3/10

91th percentile in NY

Academic

9.7/10

Excellent

Growth

9.2/10

Excellent

Environment

3.9/10

Needs Improvement

Gifted & Talented

Yes

Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

27%

Teaching Staff

19:1 student-teacher ratio

29 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

13.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available

This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

240 E 109TH ST, New York, NY 10029

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Tag Young Scholars may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CENTRAL PARK EAST I (rated 6.6/10, 0.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is PS 146 ANN M SHORT (rated 5.9/10, 0.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, PS 83 LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA (rated 5.0/10), a more accessible option. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
ESPERANZA PREPARATORY ACADEMY New York	0.0 mi	536	4.9
BILINGUAL BICULTURAL SCHOOL (THE) New York	0.0 mi	315	3.2
PS 83 LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA New York	0.0 mi	339	5.0
AMBER CHARTER SCHOOL EAST HARLEM New York	0.2 mi	312	4.3
EAST HARLEM SCHOLARS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL New York	0.2 mi	897	4.7
PARK EAST HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.2 mi	384	8.5
HARBOR SCIENCE AND ARTS CHARTER SCHOOL New York	0.2 mi	238	3.5
MOSAIC PREPARATORY ACADEMY New York	0.2 mi	236	3.7
DREAM CHARTER SCHOOL EAST HARLEM New York	0.3 mi	992	5.1
EAST HARLEM SCHOOL AT EXODUS HOUSE New York	0.3 mi	122	7.0
PS 102 JACQUES CARTIER New York	0.3 mi	236	4.8
HERITAGE SCHOOL (THE) New York	0.2 mi	256	7.6
JAMES WELDON JOHNSON SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	579	2.8
PS 146 ANN M SHORT New York	0.3 mi	326	5.9
PS 38 ROBERTO CLEMENTE New York	0.3 mi	223	2.7
CRISTO REY NEW YORK HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	386	5.8
LEXINGTON ACADEMY (THE) New York	0.3 mi	482	3.2
PS 108 ASSEMBLYMAN ANGELO DEL TORO EDUCATIONAL COMPLEX New York	0.3 mi	364	2.8
CENTRAL PARK EAST HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	489	9.5
CENTRAL PARK EAST I New York	0.3 mi	156	6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10029 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$38,308

Median Home Value

$818,100

Median Rent

$1,183/mo

Population

74,848

College Educated

35.7%

Homeownership

Avg Commute

33.3 min

Poverty Rate

30.6%

Median Age

37.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Tag Young Scholars

What grades does Tag Young Scholars serve?

Tag Young Scholars serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Tag Young Scholars?

Tag Young Scholars has an enrollment of approximately 550 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Tag Young Scholars?

The student-teacher ratio at Tag Young Scholars is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Tag Young Scholars rank in NY?

Tag Young Scholars ranks #426 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Tag Young Scholars's MySchoolScout rating?

Tag Young Scholars has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Tag Young Scholars?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Tag Young Scholars has 94% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 94% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Tag Young Scholars a charter school?

No, Tag Young Scholars is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Tag Young Scholars a Title I school?

No, Tag Young Scholars is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tag Young Scholars?

26.9% of students at Tag Young Scholars 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: Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment: 550
Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
Teachers (FTE): 29
Free/Reduced Lunch: 26.9%
Type: regular
Setting: Large City
County: New York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23): 13.1%
Phone: (212) 860-6003

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District

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 4

District Enrollment: 11,690
Schools in District: 29
District Rank: #4 of 28

Other Schools in This District

CENTRAL PARK EAST HIGH SCHOOL 9.5 PARK EAST HIGH SCHOOL 8.5 PS 171 PATRICK HENRY 8.3 MANHATTAN CENTER FOR SCIENCE & MATHEMATICS 8.0 HERITAGE SCHOOL (THE) 7.6

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