Serving 797 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Battery Park City School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is equal to the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 797 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Battery Park City School serves an attendance zone of approximately 0.4 square miles in New York, NY, providing a typical drive time of 5-10 minutes and extending up to 0.8 miles from the furthest edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Battery Park City School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Battery Park City School's student population of 797 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
797 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Battery Park City School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Battery Park City School is 0.73, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#377 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
10%
Hispanic
25%
31%
Black
4%
15%
White
39%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Battery Park City School's ranking?
Battery Park City School is ranked #377 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Battery Park City School?
797 students attend Battery Park City School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Battery Park City School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Battery Park City School?
Battery Park City School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Battery Park City School offer ?
Battery Park City School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Battery Park City School part of?
Battery Park City School is part of New York City Geographic District # 2.
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