47 The American Sign Language and English Secondary School, is a public high school for the deaf in Kips Bay, Manhattan, New York City.
Serving 177 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, 47 American Sign Language And English Lower 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 50-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 177 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
47 American Sign Language And English Lower School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
47 American Sign Language And English Lower School's student population of 177 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
177 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1908
School Rankings
47 American Sign Language And English Lower School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of 47 American Sign Language And English Lower School is 0.68, 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
#1575 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
50%
30%
Black
18%
16%
White
20%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 47 American Sign Language And English Lower School's ranking?
47 American Sign Language And English Lower School is ranked #1575 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are 47 American Sign Language And English Lower School often compared to?
47 American Sign Language And English Lower Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Battery Park City School, American Sign Language & English Secondary School, Brooklyn Brownstone School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend 47 American Sign Language And English Lower School?
177 students attend 47 American Sign Language And English Lower School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of 47 American Sign Language And English Lower School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of 47 American Sign Language And English Lower School?
47 American Sign Language And English Lower School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does 47 American Sign Language And English Lower School offer ?
47 American Sign Language And English Lower School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is 47 American Sign Language And English Lower School part of?
47 American Sign Language And English Lower School is part of New York City Geographic District # 2 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2014
The pre-k classes at PS 47 are amazing. The Pre-K teachers for 2014 are very educated and very nurturing to the students. The Pre-k class has gym everyday for 45 mins. The style of teaching is Reggio Emilia based. The Pre-k has music once a week. They go on about 10 field trips a year. The kids are very happy and engaged. The pre-k classes are half hearing impaired. They have 2 teachers and an aid.
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