Serving 442 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ps 51 Elias Howe ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps 51 Elias Howe ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Ps 51 Elias Howe's student population of 442 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
442 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ps 51 Elias Howe ranks within the top 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ps 51 Elias Howe is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1311 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
10%
Hispanic
47%
29%
Black
18%
16%
White
19%
41%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ps 51 Elias Howe's ranking?
Ps 51 Elias Howe is ranked #1311 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ps 51 Elias Howe often compared to?
Ps 51 Elias Howeis often viewed alongside schools like Ps 212 Midtown West by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 51 Elias Howe?
442 students attend Ps 51 Elias Howe.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Ps 51 Elias Howe students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 51 Elias Howe?
Ps 51 Elias Howe has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 51 Elias Howe offer ?
Ps 51 Elias Howe offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 51 Elias Howe part of?
Ps 51 Elias Howe is part of New York City Geographic District # 2 School District.
School Reviews
5 6/29/2016
P.S.51 is a unique small school in the heart of Manhattan, characterized by its diversity, motivated by the ideal of a holistic education that integrates the arts into the process of learning, allowing the students to excel academically as well as creatively and emotionally. This focus on arts education would not be possible without the strong commitment and leadership of Principal Nancy Sing-Bock. P.S.51 was recognized by the Department of Education as having a stellar arts education program. P.S.51 was also named an Outstanding School by The Blackboard Awards, achievements that show how much we are all committed (teachers, staff and families) to the success of each student at our school. My oldest daughter has already graduated from PS51 and my youngest daughter will be attending 4th grade in September. This is by far the best primary public school in our neighborhood.
Lorena Camacho, Emilia Urcola (11) and Camila Urcola (9).
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