Serving 412 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Ps 377 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps 377 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ps 377's student population of 412 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
412 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ps 377 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 377 is 0.69, 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
#2076 out of 4093 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
11:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
19%
10%
Hispanic
50%
29%
Black
9%
16%
White
14%
41%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ps 377's ranking?
Ps 377 is ranked #2076 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?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 377?
412 students attend Ps 377.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Ps 377 students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 14% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 377?
Ps 377 has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 377 offer ?
Ps 377 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 377 part of?
Ps 377 is part of New York City Geographic District #27 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ps 377 located?
Ps 377 is located in the Jamaica neighborhood of Richmond Hill, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Jamaica.
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