Serving 711 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ps 53 Basheer Quisim 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 45-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 711 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps 53 Basheer Quisim ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ps 53 Basheer Quisim's student population of 711 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
711 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ps 53 Basheer Quisim ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ps 53 Basheer Quisim is 0.44, 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
#2848 out of 4093 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
70%
29%
Black
27%
16%
White
2%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ps 53 Basheer Quisim's ranking?
Ps 53 Basheer Quisim is ranked #2848 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ps 53 Basheer Quisim often compared to?
Ps 53 Basheer Quisimis often viewed alongside schools like Ps 63 Author''s Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 53 Basheer Quisim?
711 students attend Ps 53 Basheer Quisim.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Ps 53 Basheer Quisim students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 53 Basheer Quisim?
Ps 53 Basheer Quisim has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 53 Basheer Quisim offer ?
Ps 53 Basheer Quisim offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 53 Basheer Quisim part of?
Ps 53 Basheer Quisim is part of New York City Geographic District # 9 School District.
School Reviews
5 4/27/2011
I'm a graduate of this school. It prepared me very well for my future. I have 2 masters degrees, served in the Air Force as a commissioned officer and have been a teacher and college instructor. My Kindergarten graduation ceremony is still the best one I've experienced.
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