Serving 980 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 60 Woodhaven ranks in the top 50% 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 65% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 980 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 60 Woodhaven ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
P.s. 60 Woodhaven's student population of 980 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
980 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Make each day a masterpiece!
School Rankings
P.s. 60 Woodhaven ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 60 Woodhaven is 0.45, 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
#2047 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
19%
10%
Hispanic
72%
30%
Black
3%
16%
White
3%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
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. 60 Woodhaven's ranking?
P.s. 60 Woodhaven is ranked #2047 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 60 Woodhaven often compared to?
P.s. 60 Woodhavenis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 97 Forest Park, New York City Academy For Discovery by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 60 Woodhaven?
980 students attend P.s. 60 Woodhaven.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of P.s. 60 Woodhaven students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 60 Woodhaven?
P.s. 60 Woodhaven has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 60 Woodhaven offer ?
P.s. 60 Woodhaven offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 60 Woodhaven part of?
P.s. 60 Woodhaven is part of New York City Geographic District #27 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 60 Woodhaven located?
P.s. 60 Woodhaven is located in the Jamaica neighborhood of Woodhaven, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Jamaica.
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