Serving 943 students in grades Kindergarten-5, P.s. 160 William T Sampson ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 943 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 160 William T Sampson ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
P.s. 160 William T Sampson's student population of 943 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
943 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 160 William T Sampson ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 160 William T Sampson is 0.24, 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
#793 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
87%
10%
Hispanic
8%
30%
Black
n/a
16%
White
4%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 P.s. 160 William T Sampson's ranking?
P.s. 160 William T Sampson is ranked #793 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 160 William T Sampson often compared to?
P.s. 160 William T Sampsonis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 105 Blythebourne by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 160 William T Sampson?
943 students attend P.s. 160 William T Sampson.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of P.s. 160 William T Sampson students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 160 William T Sampson?
P.s. 160 William T Sampson has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 160 William T Sampson offer ?
P.s. 160 William T Sampson offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 160 William T Sampson part of?
P.s. 160 William T Sampson is part of New York City Geographic District #20.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 160 William T Sampson located?
P.s. 160 William T Sampson is located in the Borough Park neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 8 other public schools located in Borough Park.
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