Serving 1,274 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ps 105 Blythebourne ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,274 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps 105 Blythebourne ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ps 105 Blythebourne's student population of 1,274 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ps 105 Blythebourne ranks within the top 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ps 105 Blythebourne is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1429 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
93%
10%
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
2%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ps 105 Blythebourne's ranking?
Ps 105 Blythebourne is ranked #1429 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ps 105 Blythebourne often compared to?
Ps 105 Blythebourneis often viewed alongside schools like Ps 160 William T Sampson by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 105 Blythebourne?
1,274 students attend Ps 105 Blythebourne.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Ps 105 Blythebourne students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 105 Blythebourne?
Ps 105 Blythebourne has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 105 Blythebourne offer ?
Ps 105 Blythebourne offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 105 Blythebourne part of?
Ps 105 Blythebourne is part of New York City Geographic District #20 School District.
School Reviews
5 12/6/2018
It is a really good school
3 9/9/2017
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