Serving 381 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 195 Manhattan Beach ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 195 Manhattan Beach ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
P.s. 195 Manhattan Beach's student population of 381 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
381 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 195 Manhattan Beach ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 195 Manhattan Beach is 0.15, 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
#426 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
1%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
92%
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
41%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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. 195 Manhattan Beach's ranking?
P.s. 195 Manhattan Beach is ranked #426 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 195 Manhattan Beach often compared to?
P.s. 195 Manhattan Beachis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 254 Dag Hammarskjold, P.s. 236 Mill Basin, P.s. 253 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 195 Manhattan Beach?
381 students attend P.s. 195 Manhattan Beach.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of P.s. 195 Manhattan Beach students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 195 Manhattan Beach?
P.s. 195 Manhattan Beach has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 195 Manhattan Beach offer ?
P.s. 195 Manhattan Beach offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 195 Manhattan Beach part of?
P.s. 195 Manhattan Beach is part of New York City Geographic District #22 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 195 Manhattan Beach located?
P.s. 195 Manhattan Beach is located in the Manhattan Beach neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Manhattan Beach.
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