Serving 562 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Ps/is 295 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 51% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps/is 295 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ps/is 295's student population of 562 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
562 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Colors
Burgundy and Navy Blue
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 30, 2026
School Rankings
Ps/is 295 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 Ps/is 295 is 0.73, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1624 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
31%
10%
Hispanic
36%
31%
Black
22%
15%
White
2%
39%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ps/is 295's ranking?
Ps/is 295 is ranked #1624 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ps/is 295 often compared to?
Ps/is 295is often viewed alongside schools like Ps/is 208 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps/is 295?
562 students attend Ps/is 295.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Ps/is 295 students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Asian, 22% of students are Black, 6% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ps/is 295?
Ps/is 295 has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps/is 295 offer ?
Ps/is 295 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ps/is 295 part of?
Ps/is 295 is part of New York City Geographic District #29.
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