Serving 1,069 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ps 24 Andrew Jackson ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,069 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps 24 Andrew Jackson ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Ps 24 Andrew Jackson's student population of 1,069 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,069 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ps 24 Andrew Jackson ranks within the top 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ps 24 Andrew Jackson is 0.28, 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
#1265 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
84%
10%
Hispanic
13%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
n/a
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
68%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ps 24 Andrew Jackson's ranking?
Ps 24 Andrew Jackson is ranked #1265 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ps 24 Andrew Jackson often compared to?
Ps 24 Andrew Jacksonis often viewed alongside schools like Ps 22 Thomas Jefferson, Ps 20 John Bowne by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 24 Andrew Jackson?
1,069 students attend Ps 24 Andrew Jackson.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Ps 24 Andrew Jackson students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 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 Ps 24 Andrew Jackson?
Ps 24 Andrew Jackson has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 24 Andrew Jackson offer ?
Ps 24 Andrew Jackson offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 24 Andrew Jackson part of?
Ps 24 Andrew Jackson is part of New York City Geographic District #25 School District.
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