NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5

District Overview
Located in Upper Manhattan at 425 West 123rd Street, New York City Geographic District #5 is a vibrant public school district operating within a large city setting. Serving 8,837 students across 28 operational schools, the district offers a comprehensive educational continuum spanning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, as well as specialized ungraded offerings. As a traditional, non-charter public school system within the New York-Newark-Jersey City metropolitan area, District #5 embodies the rich cultural tapestry of its local community. Its student body is historically diverse, comprised primarily of Black and Hispanic students alongside White, Asian, multiracial, Native American, and Pacific Islander learners, fostering an inclusive environment centered on holistic development and academic progress.

To effectively serve its student population, the district maintains a substantial professional workforce totaling over 2,850 full-time equivalent staff members. The instructional framework is anchored by approximately 1,580 full-time equivalent teachers, providing favorable classroom coverage that enables tailored academic support. This teaching faculty is bolstered by 215 instructional aides and more than 1,060 support staff personnel who assist with specialized student services, administrative functions, and day-to-day school operations. For parents, students, and educational researchers alike, District #5 represents an essential urban educational institution dedicated to providing vital learning infrastructure and resources within the heart of New York City.
28
Total Schools
8,837
Total Students
1,580.4
Full-Time Teachers
5.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5
Demographic Student Count
White686
Hispanic3,662
Black3,741
Asian364
Two or More260
American Indian92
Pacific Islander29
  • Black
    3,741 (42.3%)
  • Hispanic
    3,662 (41.5%)
  • White
    686 (7.8%)
  • Asian
    364 (4.1%)
  • Two or More
    260 (2.9%)
  • American Indian
    92 (1.0%)
  • Pacific Islander
    29 (0.3%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary16
Middle3
High9
Other0
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:28
Students:8,837*
Teachers (FTE):1,580.4*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:5.6
Schools in NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5
Found 28 Schools