Serving 889 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.S. 106 Parkchester 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 29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 889 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.S. 106 Parkchester ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
P.S. 106 Parkchester's student population of 889 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
889 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
P.S. 106 Parkchester ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.S. 106 Parkchester is 0.70, 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
#3103 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
40%
10%
Hispanic
30%
29%
Black
24%
16%
White
3%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.S. 106 Parkchester's ranking?
P.S. 106 Parkchester is ranked #3103 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.S. 106 Parkchester often compared to?
P.S. 106 Parkchesteris often viewed alongside schools like Linden Tree Elementary School, Young Voices Academy Of The Bronx by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.S. 106 Parkchester?
889 students attend P.S. 106 Parkchester.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of P.S. 106 Parkchester students are Asian, 30% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.S. 106 Parkchester?
P.S. 106 Parkchester has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.S. 106 Parkchester offer ?
P.S. 106 Parkchester offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is P.S. 106 Parkchester part of?
P.S. 106 Parkchester is part of New York City Geographic District #11 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.S. 106 Parkchester located?
P.S. 106 Parkchester is located in the Parkchester neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Parkchester.
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