Very Good
#860 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 18% in state
Teachers College Community School
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5
168 MORNINGSIDE AVE, New York, NY 10027
Enrollment
322
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
322
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#860 of 4,742
In New York
#94 of 346
public schools
In district
#6 of 28
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Teachers College Community School
Teachers College Community School is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5. Teachers College Community School serves approximately 322 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Teachers College Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #860 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Teachers College Community School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 5.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at Teachers College Community School 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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Teachers College Community School — Students at Teachers College Community School score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 19 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.9/10.
How Teachers College Community School Compares
See how Teachers College Community School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
168 MORNINGSIDE AVE, New York, NY 10027
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Teachers College Community School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 6 (rated 8.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 125 RALPH BUNCHE (rated 8.1/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, KIPP STAR COLLEGE PREP CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. 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 10027 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,220
Median Home Value
$915,000
Median Rent
$1,609/mo
Population
65,068
College Educated
51.8%
Homeownership
15.7%
Avg Commute
31.5 min
Poverty Rate
23.7%
Median Age
32.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Teachers College Community School
What grades does Teachers College Community School serve?
Teachers College Community School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Teachers College Community School?
Teachers College Community School has an enrollment of approximately 322 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Teachers College Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Teachers College Community School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Teachers College Community School rank in NY?
Teachers College Community School ranks #860 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Teachers College Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
Teachers College Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Teachers College Community School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Teachers College Community School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
Is Teachers College Community School a charter school?
No, Teachers College Community School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Teachers College Community School a Title I school?
No, Teachers College Community School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Teachers College Community School?
77.3% of students at Teachers College Community 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 322
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.8%
- Phone
- (212) 316-8080
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5- District Enrollment
- 8,945
- Schools in District
- 28
- District Rank
- #6 of 28
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