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- Chelsea Career And Technical Education High School — 0.4 mi · Grades 9–12 · 389 students
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- Nyc Ischool — 0.4 mi · Grades 9–12 · 447 students
- High School 560 City-As-School — 0.5 mi · Grades 11–12 · 478 students
- Ps 130 Hernando De Soto — 0.5 mi · Grades PK–5 · 526 students
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| Metric | New York City Department Of Education | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 945,000 | 3,700 | Much larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 1532 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $36,000/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | ↑ 163% above avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 9/10 — Excellent | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York City Department Of Education (this district) | 9/10 | 81st | 945,000 |
| New York City Department Of Education | 9/10 | 81st | — |
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Ranked against 624 rated districts in NY → 81st percentile → 9/10.
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education EDFacts, 2017–18 school year (most recent available for this district). Full methodology →
About New York City Department Of Education
New York City Department Of Education is the public school district assigned to zip code 10012 in New York, New York. Serving students from Pre-K–12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 10012. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Understanding the 9/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates New York City Department Of Education 9 out of 10 — top-tier among New York public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection (2017–18 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because New York is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
New York City Department Of Education ranks among the highest-performing public school districts in New York on state assessments, with reading and math proficiency rates in roughly the top 10–20% statewide. Homes in and around zip code 10012 often carry a measurable premium relative to neighboring areas served by lower-rated districts. Families moving here for academic strength will find a district whose students test well above the state norm. Even within top-rated districts, individual school performance varies — confirm your specific school assignments directly with the district.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 10012
Children in zip code 10012 are assigned to New York City Department Of Education for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K–12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 10012, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact New York City Department Of Education at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — New York districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in New York
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because New York City Department Of Education serves zip code 10012, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 10012 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In New York, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support New York City Department Of Education programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 10012.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with New York City Department Of Education before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 10012 data.