Serving 456 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ps 234 Independence School ranks in the top 20% 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 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps 234 Independence School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ps 234 Independence School's student population of 456 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
456 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ps 234 Independence School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ps 234 Independence School is 0.49, 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
#436 out of 4093 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
11%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
70%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
5%
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 234 Independence School's ranking?
Ps 234 Independence School is ranked #436 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ps 234 Independence School often compared to?
Ps 234 Independence Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ps 89 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 234 Independence School?
456 students attend Ps 234 Independence School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Ps 234 Independence School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 234 Independence School?
Ps 234 Independence School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 234 Independence School offer ?
Ps 234 Independence School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 234 Independence School part of?
Ps 234 Independence School is part of New York City Geographic District # 2 School District.
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