Serving 479 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ps 306 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 <50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower 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.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 479 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps 306 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ps 306's student population of 479 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
479 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ps 306 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ps 306 is 0.41, 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
#2611 out of 4093 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
72%
29%
Black
27%
16%
White
n/a
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
90%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
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 306's ranking?
Ps 306 is ranked #2611 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ps 306 often compared to?
Ps 306is often viewed alongside schools like Bronx School Of Young Leaders by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 306?
479 students attend Ps 306.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Ps 306 students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 306?
Ps 306 has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 306 offer ?
Ps 306 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 306 part of?
Ps 306 is part of New York City Geographic District #10 School District.
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