Serving 796 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.S. 62 Chester Park School ranks in the bottom 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 46% (which is equal to the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 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: 796 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.S. 62 Chester Park School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
P.S. 62 Chester Park School's student population of 796 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
796 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
P.S. 62 Chester Park School 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. 62 Chester Park School is 0.69, 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
#2221 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
14%
1%
Asian
45%
10%
Hispanic
30%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
3%
40%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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. 62 Chester Park School's ranking?
P.S. 62 Chester Park School is ranked #2221 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.S. 62 Chester Park School often compared to?
P.S. 62 Chester Park Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like P.S. 161 Arthur Ashe School, P.S. 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.S. 62 Chester Park School?
796 students attend P.S. 62 Chester Park School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of P.S. 62 Chester Park School students are Asian, 30% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.S. 62 Chester Park School?
P.S. 62 Chester Park School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.S. 62 Chester Park School offer ?
P.S. 62 Chester Park School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is P.S. 62 Chester Park School part of?
P.S. 62 Chester Park School is part of New York City Geographic District #27 School District.
School Reviews
5 3/24/2020
I say that this school is great, I've met many nice teacher over the years. Some teachers may be mean because they try to make you work harder.
2 3/17/2016
School is full of vindictive teachers/staff who intimidate children and disregard their education. They are only concerned with the enormous pay they receive. Horrible school!
2 6/8/2010
I find the school could be ran in a better manner and the children should be put first. The staff is not helpful as they should be and don't treat parents or kids with the respect and kindness that is necessary.
They do things that are convenient for the staff and not consideration of the kids or parents. There are a few...quite a few staff members that are helpful...sad to say none of them are at the top of the ladder. Either way I wouldn't recommend the school, consider other schools in the area with higher reputations.
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