Serving 473 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.S. 376 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher 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 92% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.S. 376 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
P.S. 376's student population of 473 students has grown by 178% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 150% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
473 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
P.S. 376 ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.S. 376 is 0.51, 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
#470 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
68%
10%
Hispanic
16%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
8%
40%
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
47%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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. 376's ranking?
P.S. 376 is ranked #470 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.S. 376 often compared to?
P.S. 376is often viewed alongside schools like P.S. 203 Oakland Gardens by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.S. 376?
473 students attend P.S. 376.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of P.S. 376 students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.S. 376?
P.S. 376 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.S. 376 offer ?
P.S. 376 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is P.S. 376 part of?
P.S. 376 is part of New York City Geographic District #26 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.S. 376 located?
P.S. 376 is located in the Bayside neighborhood of Oakland Gardens, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Bayside.
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