Serving 499 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ps 33 Chelsea Prep ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps 33 Chelsea Prep ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ps 33 Chelsea Prep's student population of 499 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
499 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ps 33 Chelsea Prep 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 Ps 33 Chelsea Prep is 0.78, which is more 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
#1088 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
26%
10%
Hispanic
29%
29%
Black
17%
16%
White
20%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ps 33 Chelsea Prep's ranking?
Ps 33 Chelsea Prep is ranked #1088 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?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 33 Chelsea Prep?
499 students attend Ps 33 Chelsea Prep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Ps 33 Chelsea Prep students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Asian, 20% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 33 Chelsea Prep?
Ps 33 Chelsea Prep has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 33 Chelsea Prep offer ?
Ps 33 Chelsea Prep offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 33 Chelsea Prep part of?
Ps 33 Chelsea Prep is part of New York City Geographic District # 2 School District.
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