Serving 403 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 197 Ocean 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 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 403 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 197 Ocean School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
P.s. 197 Ocean School's student population of 403 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
403 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 197 Ocean 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 P.s. 197 Ocean School is 0.58, 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
#3562 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
50%
30%
Black
42%
16%
White
3%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 P.s. 197 Ocean School's ranking?
P.s. 197 Ocean School is ranked #3562 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 197 Ocean School often compared to?
P.s. 197 Ocean Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Randolph Holder School Of Social Justice, Lighthouse Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 197 Ocean School?
403 students attend P.s. 197 Ocean School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of P.s. 197 Ocean School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.s. 197 Ocean School?
P.s. 197 Ocean School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 197 Ocean School offer ?
P.s. 197 Ocean School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 197 Ocean School part of?
P.s. 197 Ocean School is part of New York City Geographic District #27 School District.
School Reviews
5 6/25/2020
The school is awesome, and the programs are really great. My kid learned so much in the school. I recommend the school for all children.
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