Ps 68 serves 445 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
Ps 68 placed 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%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps 68 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Ps 68's student population of 445 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
445 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ps 68 is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Ps 68 is 0.42, 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
#2259 out of 4093 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
20%
29%
Black
74%
16%
White
2%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
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 68's ranking?
Ps 68 is ranked #2259 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 68?
445 students attend Ps 68.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Ps 68 students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 68?
Ps 68 has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 68 offer ?
Ps 68 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 68 part of?
Ps 68 is part of New York City Geographic District #11 School District.
School Reviews
4 3/23/2019
The new principal, Ms. Solis, has done a phenomenal job in improving the school. She is very hand-on/involved, actively engaged with parents & staff alike, created more programs & activitivies for the kids and has a great leadership quality.My child is currently in third grade. He has been there since kindergarten. I never seen the previous principal actively involved or meet and greet the parents. For the teachers, all is great but Ms Gutierrez has been the Best second grade teacher. She has the same qualities as Ms Solis. My child often talks about her. Her class motivates him to do well in school until this day.
5 9/9/2017
So far so good. My child likes the school. Staff seems to be pretty good. Running a school is a hard job we should appreciate the hard work that goes into being an educator. AP Mr Vail is a grest guy very much involved. I'll return with a review in 6months
4 5/13/2017
Our new principle is amazing there are so many clubs and the school is getting better each day. Also I am in fifth grade
5 7/4/2014
I went to that school from 3rd grade to 5th grade and I loved it. The teachers was great and I loved every year at that school. I took the bus to that school for 3 years. Now I'm sending my son there. I'm really hoping I can see my old teachers when I drop my son off. GREAT MEMORIES
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