P.S. 092 Mary McLeod Bethune

Math proficiency at 61.5% sits meaningfully above the district average of 50.7%, while ELA at 45.3% trails the district average of 53.9%. The school has shown a dramatic math turnaround — from the mid-teens in 2018 to over 60% in 2025 — though the trend line has been volatile year to year. Grade-level data shows older students performing stronger: fifth graders hit 62.5% ELA and 68% math, while third graders are at just 16.7% ELA. The overall score of 2.14/4 is essentially on par with the district average of 2.09, suggesting the school is competitive with peer zoned schools even if charter schools in this district post significantly higher proficiency rates.

The climate data tells a mixed story. Families are clearly invested — 88% parent satisfaction, 93% parent-teacher trust, and 90% principal trust are strong marks. Teacher instruction quality is exceptional at 97%, and 93% of teachers report feeling safe. However, there's a notable trust gap between teachers and leadership: only 61% of teachers trust the principal, and teacher collegial trust sits at 66%. The response rate for the teacher survey was very low (11 responses), so take those numbers with caution. Discipline is minimal — just 1 suspension in 2023-24 — which is below the district average. The real concern is attendance: 85.8% attendance rate is below the district average of 88.6%, and chronic absenteeism at 43.4% is quite high, suggesting many families struggle to get kids to school consistently.

The student body is predominantly Black (50%) and Hispanic (45%), reflecting the neighborhood's demographics. With 210 students and an average class size of 18.7, this is a small school where kids can get individual attention. Twenty-eight percent of students have IEPs — notably higher than many schools — suggesting strong special education services. The diversity index of 50% is moderate, with the population fairly homogeneous by design since it's a zoned school serving one neighborhood.

Harlem (North) is a high-density, transit-rich neighborhood where 95.79% of scores in transit and family density place it in the top percentile. Median household income is $54,704 with a 25.5% poverty rate — significant economic challenges exist. Only 12.6% of residents own homes, meaning most families rent. The neighborhood scores very low on safety (1.53/100) and health environment (5.36/100), with elevated rates of asthma and lead exposure. On the upside, the education orientation score of 65.9 suggests many families prioritize schooling, and the area has strong community institutions.

The neighborhood is highly walkable with excellent transit access — families can easily walk or take the subway. However, the area's safety scores are low, so families should factor in commute comfort and daylight considerations.