Public School 41, also known as the Greenwich Village School, is a public school in Manhattan, New York City.
Serving 476 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 41 Greenwich Village ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 476 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 41 Greenwich Village ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
P.s. 41 Greenwich Village's student population of 476 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
476 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1867
School Calendar
School Rankings
P.s. 41 Greenwich Village ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 41 Greenwich Village is 0.55, 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
#236 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
12%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
64%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 41 Greenwich Village's ranking?
P.s. 41 Greenwich Village is ranked #236 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 41 Greenwich Village often compared to?
P.s. 41 Greenwich Villageis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 3 Charrette School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 41 Greenwich Village?
476 students attend P.s. 41 Greenwich Village.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of P.s. 41 Greenwich Village students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 41 Greenwich Village?
P.s. 41 Greenwich Village has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 41 Greenwich Village offer ?
P.s. 41 Greenwich Village offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 41 Greenwich Village part of?
P.s. 41 Greenwich Village is part of New York City Geographic District # 2 School District.
School Reviews
5 11/11/2011
Without a doubt one of the best elementary schools in Manhattan. Great test scores, talented teachers, hard-working principal, dynamo parent coordinator, happy families, smart kids, lovely building and atomosphere.
2 6/1/2009
The atmosphere is great. The problem is that the NYC DOE curriculum is mediocre and there is a lot of emphasis on teaching for the tests.
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