Serving 620 students in grades Kindergarten-8, P.s. 163 Bath Beach ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (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 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 620 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 163 Bath Beach ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
P.s. 163 Bath Beach's student population of 620 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
620 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Sep 4, 2025
School Rankings
P.s. 163 Bath Beach 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. 163 Bath Beach 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
#859 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
34%
10%
Hispanic
38%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
26%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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. 163 Bath Beach's ranking?
P.s. 163 Bath Beach is ranked #859 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 163 Bath Beach often compared to?
P.s. 163 Bath Beachis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 229 Dyker, P.s. 748 Brooklyn School For Global Scholars by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 163 Bath Beach?
620 students attend P.s. 163 Bath Beach.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of P.s. 163 Bath Beach students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Asian, 26% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.s. 163 Bath Beach?
P.s. 163 Bath Beach has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 163 Bath Beach offer ?
P.s. 163 Bath Beach offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 163 Bath Beach part of?
P.s. 163 Bath Beach is part of New York City Geographic District #20 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 163 Bath Beach located?
P.s. 163 Bath Beach is located in the Bath Beach neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Bath Beach.
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