Serving 179 students in grades Kindergarten-8, P.s. 18 Park Terrace 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 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 18 Park Terrace serves a 0.8 square mile area in New York, NY, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, and the furthest edge of the attendance zone located approximately 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 18 Park Terrace's student population of 179 students has declined by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
179 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
The diversity score of P.s. 18 Park Terrace is 0.13, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)28%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
93%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
15%
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)36.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2012–2024. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are P.s. 18 Park Terrace often compared to?
P.s. 18 Park Terraceis often viewed alongside schools like Paula Hedbavny School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 18 Park Terrace?
179 students attend P.s. 18 Park Terrace.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of P.s. 18 Park Terrace students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 18 Park Terrace?
P.s. 18 Park Terrace has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 18 Park Terrace offer ?
P.s. 18 Park Terrace offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 18 Park Terrace part of?
P.s. 18 Park Terrace is part of New York City Geographic District # 6.
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