Serving 957 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 63 Old South 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 62% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower 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 95% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 957 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 63 Old South ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
P.s. 63 Old South's student population of 957 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
957 students
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 63 Old South ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 63 Old South is 0.64, 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
#2068 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
47%
10%
Hispanic
38%
31%
Black
4%
15%
White
5%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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. 63 Old South's ranking?
P.s. 63 Old South is ranked #2068 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 63 Old South often compared to?
P.s. 63 Old Southis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 65 Raymond York Elementary School, P.s. 66 Jacqueline Kennedy-onassis by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 63 Old South?
957 students attend P.s. 63 Old South.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of P.s. 63 Old South students are Asian, 38% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 63 Old South?
P.s. 63 Old South has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 63 Old South offer ?
P.s. 63 Old South offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 63 Old South part of?
P.s. 63 Old South is part of New York City Geographic District #27.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
P.S 063 Are , Great teachers, great community, and great principal. Have had a very positive experience at this school, for both of my kids, through all grades.
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