Serving 1,137 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ps 21 Edward Hart 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 64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is equal to the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 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 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,137 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ps 21 Edward Hart's student population of 1,137 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,137 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ps 21 Edward Hart ranks within the top 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ps 21 Edward Hart is 0.53, 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
#1682 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
61%
10%
Hispanic
32%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
4%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ps 21 Edward Hart's ranking?
Ps 21 Edward Hart is ranked #1682 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ps 21 Edward Hart often compared to?
Ps 21 Edward Hartis often viewed alongside schools like Ps 214 Cadwallader Colden, Ps 242 Leonard P Stavisky Early Childhood School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 21 Edward Hart?
1,137 students attend Ps 21 Edward Hart.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Ps 21 Edward Hart students are Asian, 32% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 21 Edward Hart?
Ps 21 Edward Hart has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 21 Edward Hart offer ?
Ps 21 Edward Hart offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 21 Edward Hart part of?
Ps 21 Edward Hart is part of New York City Geographic District #25 School District.
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