Ps 62 Chester Park School

97-25 108th St
South Richmond Hill, NY 11419
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
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Top 50%
Serving 824 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ps 62 Chester Park School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 824 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : Top 50% in NY
  • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Ps 62 Chester Park School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

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School Overview

Ps 62 Chester Park School's student population of 824 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
824 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
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School Rankings

Ps 62 Chester Park School 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 62 Chester Park School is 0.67, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (NY)
#1781 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
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55-59%
55%
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60-64%
62%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
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American Indian
14%
1%
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Asian
49%
10%
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Hispanic
28%
29%
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Black
3%
16%
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White
3%
41%
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Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.67
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
51%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ps 62 Chester Park School's ranking?
Ps 62 Chester Park School is ranked #1781 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ps 62 Chester Park School often compared to?
Ps 62 Chester Park Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ps 161 Arthur Ashe School, Ps 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 62 Chester Park School?
824 students attend Ps 62 Chester Park School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Ps 62 Chester Park School students are Asian, 28% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 62 Chester Park School?
Ps 62 Chester Park School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 62 Chester Park School offer ?
Ps 62 Chester Park School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 62 Chester Park School part of?
Ps 62 Chester Park School is part of New York City Geographic District #27 School District.

School Reviews

5   3/24/2020
I say that this school is great, I've met many nice teacher over the years. Some teachers may be mean because they try to make you work harder.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Navjeet
2   3/17/2016
School is full of vindictive teachers/staff who intimidate children and disregard their education. They are only concerned with the enormous pay they receive. Horrible school!
- Posted by Parent - truth
2   6/8/2010
I find the school could be ran in a better manner and the children should be put first. The staff is not helpful as they should be and don't treat parents or kids with the respect and kindness that is necessary. They do things that are convenient for the staff and not consideration of the kids or parents. There are a few...quite a few staff members that are helpful...sad to say none of them are at the top of the ladder. Either way I wouldn't recommend the school, consider other schools in the area with higher reputations.
- Posted by Parent - babyg

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 824 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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