Serving 692 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 88 Seneca ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than 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 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 692 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 88 Seneca serves a 0.3 square mile attendance area in Ridgewood, NY, with most homes located within a 5-10 minute drive, and the furthest edge of the zone being approximately 0.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 88 Seneca's student population of 692 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
692 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
P.s. 88 Seneca ranks within the bottom 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. 88 Seneca is 0.53, 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
#3025 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
63%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
26%
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)45.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
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. 88 Seneca's ranking?
P.s. 88 Seneca is ranked #3025 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 88 Seneca often compared to?
P.s. 88 Senecais often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 68 Cambridge, P.s. 91 Richard Arkwright by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 88 Seneca?
692 students attend P.s. 88 Seneca.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of P.s. 88 Seneca students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 88 Seneca?
P.s. 88 Seneca has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 88 Seneca offer ?
P.s. 88 Seneca offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 88 Seneca part of?
P.s. 88 Seneca is part of New York City Geographic District #24.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 88 Seneca located?
P.s. 88 Seneca is located in the Flushing neighborhood of Ridgewood, NY. There are 4 other public schools located in Flushing.
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