Serving 941 students in grades Kindergarten-5, P.S. 160 William T Sampson ranks in the top 30% 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 70% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 941 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.S. 160 William T Sampson ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
P.S. 160 William T Sampson's student population of 941 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
941 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
P.S. 160 William T Sampson ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.S. 160 William T Sampson is 0.22, 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
#999 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
88%
10%
Hispanic
8%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
4%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.S. 160 William T Sampson's ranking?
P.S. 160 William T Sampson is ranked #999 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.S. 160 William T Sampson often compared to?
P.S. 160 William T Sampsonis often viewed alongside schools like P.S. 105 Blythebourne by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.S. 160 William T Sampson?
941 students attend P.S. 160 William T Sampson.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of P.S. 160 William T Sampson students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.S. 160 William T Sampson?
P.S. 160 William T Sampson has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.S. 160 William T Sampson offer ?
P.S. 160 William T Sampson offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is P.S. 160 William T Sampson part of?
P.S. 160 William T Sampson is part of New York City Geographic District #20 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.S. 160 William T Sampson located?
P.S. 160 William T Sampson is located in the Borough Park neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 8 other public schools located in Borough Park.
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