Serving 448 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ps 91 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 29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 1% in NY)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps 91 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Ps 91's student population of 448 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
448 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ps 91 is 0.37, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)29%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)27%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
78%
29%
Black
14%
16%
White
2%
41%
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
96%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Ps 91 often compared to?
Ps 91is often viewed alongside schools like Ps 69 Journey Prep School, Ps 150 Charles James Fox by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% NY state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 91?
448 students attend Ps 91.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Ps 91 students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 91?
Ps 91 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 91 offer ?
Ps 91 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 91 part of?
Ps 91 is part of New York City Geographic District #10 School District.
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