Serving 838 students in grades Kindergarten-5, P.s. 12 James B Colgate ranks in the top 30% 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 63% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (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 97% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 838 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 12 James B Colgate's student population of 838 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
838 students
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 12 James B Colgate ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 12 James B Colgate is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1281 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
54%
10%
Hispanic
39%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
3%
39%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 12 James B Colgate's ranking?
P.s. 12 James B Colgate is ranked #1281 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 12 James B Colgate often compared to?
P.s. 12 James B Colgateis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 11 Kathryn Phelan, Academy Of The City Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 12 James B Colgate?
838 students attend P.s. 12 James B Colgate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of P.s. 12 James B Colgate students are Asian, 39% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 12 James B Colgate?
P.s. 12 James B Colgate has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 12 James B Colgate offer ?
P.s. 12 James B Colgate offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 12 James B Colgate part of?
P.s. 12 James B Colgate is part of New York City Geographic District #24.
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