Best Public Schools in Zip Code 10009

The 10009 zip code in New York City is home to 9 schools, including 7 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, all part of the New York City Geographic District #1. While the district as a whole is ranked 512 out of 866 in New York and has a 2-star rating, several standout schools in the 10009 zip code are excelling academically.

The East Side Community School, a high school, stands out with an impressive 97.8% 4-year graduation rate and 0% dropout rate. Its students perform exceptionally well on state assessments, with 55.26% proficient or better in 6th grade ELA, 64.29% in 8th grade ELA, and 90.27% proficient or better in Regents English. The Tompkins Square Middle School also impresses, ranking 433 out of 1,500 New York middle schools and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger, with 67.65% of its students proficient or better in 8th grade ELA and 63.29% in 7th grade Math.

In contrast, some schools in the 10009 zip code, such as PS 34 Franklin D. Roosevelt, struggle to meet proficiency standards, highlighting the stark contrasts in academic performance within the area. The data suggests a potential correlation between the socioeconomic status of the student population and academic outcomes, with schools serving higher percentages of students from low-income families tending to have lower test scores and rankings. However, schools like Children's Workshop School, which has a diverse student population, demonstrate that diversity does not necessarily hinder academic achievement.