P.S. 162 serves 196 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
Minority enrollment was 96% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
196 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
43%
29%
Black
51%
16%
White
4%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
51%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2007-2008 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend P.S. 162?
196 students attend P.S. 162.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of P.S. 162 students are Black, 43% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does P.S. 162 offer ?
P.S. 162 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is P.S. 162 part of?
P.S. 162 is part of New York City Special Schools - District 75 School District.
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