Serving 518 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.S. 162 John Golden ranks in the top 30% 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 67% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.S. 162 John Golden's student population of 518 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
518 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
P.S. 162 John Golden ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.S. 162 John Golden is 0.43, 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
#1240 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
74%
10%
Hispanic
12%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
11%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.S. 162 John Golden's ranking?
P.S. 162 John Golden is ranked #1240 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.S. 162 John Golden?
518 students attend P.S. 162 John Golden.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of P.S. 162 John Golden students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.S. 162 John Golden?
P.S. 162 John Golden has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.S. 162 John Golden offer ?
P.S. 162 John Golden offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is P.S. 162 John Golden part of?
P.S. 162 John Golden is part of New York City Geographic District #26 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.S. 162 John Golden located?
P.S. 162 John Golden is located in the Flushing neighborhood of Bayside, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Flushing.
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