Serving 466 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 163 Alfred E Smith 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 62% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 163 Alfred E Smith's student population of 466 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
466 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1957
School Calendar
School Rankings
P.s. 163 Alfred E Smith ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 163 Alfred E Smith is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1176 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
64%
31%
Black
15%
15%
White
13%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 163 Alfred E Smith's ranking?
P.s. 163 Alfred E Smith is ranked #1176 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 163 Alfred E Smith often compared to?
P.s. 163 Alfred E Smithis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 84 Lillian Weber by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 163 Alfred E Smith?
466 students attend P.s. 163 Alfred E Smith.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of P.s. 163 Alfred E Smith students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 163 Alfred E Smith?
P.s. 163 Alfred E Smith has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 163 Alfred E Smith offer ?
P.s. 163 Alfred E Smith offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 163 Alfred E Smith part of?
P.s. 163 Alfred E Smith is part of New York City Geographic District # 3.
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