Serving 291 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.S. 96 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 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Asian and American Indian), 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: 291 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.S. 96 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
P.S. 96's student population of 291 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
291 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
P.S. 96 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. 96 is 0.77, which is more 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
#1328 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
21%
1%
Asian
37%
10%
Hispanic
18%
29%
Black
16%
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
80%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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. 96's ranking?
P.S. 96 is ranked #1328 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.S. 96 often compared to?
P.S. 96is often viewed alongside schools like P.S. 121, P.S. 160 Walter Francis Bishop by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.S. 96?
291 students attend P.S. 96.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of P.S. 96 students are Asian, 21% of students are American Indian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 16% 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. 96?
P.S. 96 has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.S. 96 offer ?
P.S. 96 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is P.S. 96 part of?
P.S. 96 is part of New York City Geographic District #27 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.S. 96 located?
P.S. 96 is located in the Jamaica neighborhood of South Ozone Park, NY.
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