Serving 660 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Ps/is 268 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 660 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ps/is 268's student population of 660 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
660 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our paths may vary but our goal is unchanging: A commitment to education, strong student achievement, and supported student well-being.
School Rankings
Ps/is 268 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ps/is 268 is 0.67, 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
#2506 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
9%
1%
Asian
26%
10%
Hispanic
50%
30%
Black
12%
15%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ps/is 268's ranking?
Ps/is 268 is ranked #2506 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ps/is 268 often compared to?
Ps/is 268is often viewed alongside schools like Ps/is 116 William C Hughley, P.s. 95 Eastwood by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps/is 268?
660 students attend Ps/is 268.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Ps/is 268 students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ps/is 268?
Ps/is 268 has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps/is 268 offer ?
Ps/is 268 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ps/is 268 part of?
Ps/is 268 is part of New York City Geographic District #29.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
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