New York City DOE operates 1800 schools. Individual school names, addresses, and attendance zone boundaries are available directly from the district.
| Metric | New York City DOE | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 945,000 | 3,700 | Much larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 1800 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $36,000/yr | $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 DOE (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 DOE
New York City DOE is the public school district assigned to zip code 10028 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 10028. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Funding and Resources
New York City DOE spent $29,931 per student in the 2019–20 school year (U.S. Dept. of Education CCD finance data), 17% below New York’s statewide $36,000 estimate.
District Scale and Program Breadth
At 1800 schools serving grades Pre-K–12th, New York City DOE qualifies as a major metropolitan district serving students from Pre-K–12th. The district enrolls approximately 945,000 students in total. Major metropolitan districts operate dozens to hundreds of schools across wide geographic areas. They often include magnet schools, gifted programs, dual-language academies, and career and technical education pathways not available in smaller systems. Within-district quality variation is significant: a school two miles from your address might be rated very differently from your assigned school.
Understanding the 9/10 Rating
With a rating of 9/10 (excellent), New York City DOE ranks among New York’s top-tier-rated school systems. 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 DOE falls near the middle of New York on state assessment results, with reading and math proficiency close to the state median. Average-rated districts provide foundational public education, and many families find they deliver solid day-to-day learning — particularly when parents stay engaged. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 10028
Children in zip code 10028 are assigned to New York City DOE 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 10028, 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 DOE at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. 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
For families considering a purchase in the New York area, district assignment matters financially. Because New York City DOE serves zip code 10028, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 10028 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 DOE 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 10028.
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 DOE before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 10028 data.