Serving 248 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ps 396 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 1% in NY)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps 396 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Ps 396's student population of 248 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
248 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ps 396 is 0.40, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)25-29%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)25-29%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
75%
29%
Black
21%
16%
White
1%
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
88%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% NY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 396?
248 students attend Ps 396.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Ps 396 students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 396?
Ps 396 has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 396 offer ?
Ps 396 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 396 part of?
Ps 396 is part of New York City Geographic District #10 School District.
School Reviews
5 2/24/2015
Great school, my 2 daughters went there for 5 years they have good after school programs, teachers that care for their students, no complaints.
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