Serving 22 students in grades 5, P.S. 22 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 was ≤20% (which was lower than the New York state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≤20% (which was lower than the New York state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 was lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 5
Total Students
22 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)≤20%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)≤20%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
18%
30%
Black
77%
15%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
New York City Geographic District #17
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% NY state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% NY state average).
How many students attend P.S. 22?
22 students attend P.S. 22.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of P.S. 22 students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.S. 22?
P.S. 22 has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.S. 22 offer ?
P.S. 22 offers enrollment in grades 5
What school district is P.S. 22 part of?
P.S. 22 is part of New York City Geographic District #17.
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