Serving 495 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.S. 377 ranks in the top 50% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority 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: 495 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.S. 377 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
P.S. 377's student population of 495 students has grown by 70% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
495 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
P.S. 377 ranks within the top 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. 377 is 0.66, 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
#2143 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
22%
10%
Hispanic
53%
29%
Black
6%
16%
White
11%
40%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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. 377's ranking?
P.S. 377 is ranked #2143 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.S. 377?
495 students attend P.S. 377.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of P.S. 377 students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Asian, 11% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.S. 377?
P.S. 377 has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.S. 377 offer ?
P.S. 377 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is P.S. 377 part of?
P.S. 377 is part of New York City Geographic District #27 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.S. 377 located?
P.S. 377 is located in the Jamaica neighborhood of Richmond Hill, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Jamaica.
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