P.S. 128 Audubon

Test scores at P.S. 128 have climbed significantly from their 2016 lows (23% ELA, 30% math) to current levels of 48% ELA and 41% math. The school now matches the district's average ELA performance, though math remains about 12 points below the district average. Grade-level data shows 4th graders performing strongest in both subjects, while 3rd graders lag slightly behind. The overall quality score of 1.77/4 sits just below the district average of 1.98, placing the school in the middle tier of District 6.

The survey data tells a striking story: families overwhelmingly trust this school. Parent satisfaction runs at 94%, with nearly perfect scores on parent-principal trust (98%) and parent-teacher trust (97%). Every single family surveyed reported 'strong relationships' with the school — a remarkable achievement. Teachers report similarly high trust in leadership (93%) and feel safe at work (93%). Instruction quality scores (88%) lag slightly behind the district average, which may reflect the challenges of serving a high-need population. Discipline is exemplary: zero suspensions for three straight years.

With 91% Hispanic enrollment, this school reflects the neighborhood's predominantly Latino character. The economic need index of 82.3% is among the highest in the district — over four-fifths of students come from families facing economic hardship. About one in five students has an IEP, slightly above typical rates. The diversity index is low at 21%, meaning the student body is quite homogenous, which is typical for a zoned neighborhood school. PTA fundraising of $25 per student is about half the district average, indicating less discretionary funding for enrichment programs.

Washington Heights is a high-density, transit-rich neighborhood in Upper Manhattan where families rely on the A/1 trains and bus routes to get around. The family density score of 85 reflects lots of kids in the area, though only 9% of households have children — suggesting many young families live in smaller apartments. Homeownership is rare at 8%, meaning most families rent. Safety scores are notably low (3.83/10), and environmental health indicators show concerns around air quality and lead exposure. The median home value of $750,000 reflects the neighborhood's increasingly competitive housing market.

Families mostly walk to this zoned school, given the neighborhood's grid layout and high transit connectivity. The 169th Street area has several bus lines serving the school directly.