Serving 621 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Gordon Parks School 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 19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 621 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gordon Parks School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gordon Parks School's student population of 621 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
621 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Gordon Parks School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gordon Parks School is 0.30, 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
#2777 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
9%
30%
Black
83%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gordon Parks School's ranking?
Gordon Parks School is ranked #2777 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Gordon Parks School often compared to?
Gordon Parks Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 38 Rosedale, Ps/ms 138 Sunrise by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Gordon Parks School?
621 students attend Gordon Parks School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Gordon Parks School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gordon Parks School?
Gordon Parks School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Gordon Parks School offer ?
Gordon Parks School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gordon Parks School part of?
Gordon Parks School is part of New York City Geographic District #29 School District.
In what neighborhood is Gordon Parks School located?
Gordon Parks School is located in the Jamaica neighborhood of Rosedale, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Jamaica.
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