Serving 689 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, P.s. 11 Kathryn Phelan 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 58% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 689 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 11 Kathryn Phelan serves a 0.4 square mile area in Woodside, NY, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes, and the furthest edge of the attendance zone located approximately 2.2 miles away. Parents can expect an average distance of about 1.1 miles from the school to the edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 11 Kathryn Phelan's student population of 689 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
689 students
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Sharks!
School Rankings
P.s. 11 Kathryn Phelan ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 11 Kathryn Phelan is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1623 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
30%
10%
Hispanic
53%
31%
Black
2%
15%
White
13%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Sharks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 11 Kathryn Phelan's ranking?
P.s. 11 Kathryn Phelan is ranked #1623 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 11 Kathryn Phelan often compared to?
P.s. 11 Kathryn Phelanis often viewed alongside schools like I.s. 125 Thomas J Mccann Woodside, P.s. 12 James B Colgate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 11 Kathryn Phelan?
689 students attend P.s. 11 Kathryn Phelan.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of P.s. 11 Kathryn Phelan students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Asian, 13% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 11 Kathryn Phelan?
P.s. 11 Kathryn Phelan has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 11 Kathryn Phelan offer ?
P.s. 11 Kathryn Phelan offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 11 Kathryn Phelan part of?
P.s. 11 Kathryn Phelan is part of New York City Geographic District #30.
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