Serving 350 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 31 Bayside ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (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 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 31 Bayside serves a compact attendance zone of approximately 0.6 square miles in Bayside, NY, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school. The furthest point of the zone is about 0.8 miles away, ensuring a close-knit community for families in the area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 31 Bayside ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
P.s. 31 Bayside's student population of 350 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
350 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1926
School Calendar
School Rankings
P.s. 31 Bayside 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. 31 Bayside is 0.65, 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
#712 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
43%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
40%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 31 Bayside's ranking?
P.s. 31 Bayside is ranked #712 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 31 Bayside often compared to?
P.s. 31 Baysideis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 203 Oakland Gardens by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% 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. 31 Bayside?
350 students attend P.s. 31 Bayside.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of P.s. 31 Bayside students are Asian, 40% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 31 Bayside?
P.s. 31 Bayside has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 31 Bayside offer ?
P.s. 31 Bayside offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 31 Bayside part of?
P.s. 31 Bayside is part of New York City Geographic District #26.
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