P.S. 506 School Of Journalism And Technology
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 666 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.S. 506 School Of Journalism And Technology's ranking?
P.S. 506 School Of Journalism And Technology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for: Largest percent of students eligible for free lunch (Top 20%).
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend P.S. 506 School Of Journalism And Technology?
666 students attend P.S. 506 School Of Journalism And Technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of P.S. 506 School Of Journalism And Technology students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.S. 506 School Of Journalism And Technology?
P.S. 506 School Of Journalism And Technology has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 12:1.
What grades does P.S. 506 School Of Journalism And Technology offer ?
P.S. 506 School Of Journalism And Technology offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is P.S. 506 School Of Journalism And Technology part of?
P.S. 506 School Of Journalism And Technology is part of New York City Geographic District #20 School District.
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