Serving 766 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 120 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher 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 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 766 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 120 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
P.s. 120's student population of 766 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
766 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
P.s. 120 ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 120 is 0.47, 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
#1075 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
67%
10%
Hispanic
30%
30%
Black
n/a
16%
White
2%
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
86%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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. 120's ranking?
P.s. 120 is ranked #1075 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 120 often compared to?
P.s. 120is often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 24 Andrew Jackson, P.s. 20 John Bowne by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 120?
766 students attend P.s. 120.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of P.s. 120 students are Asian, 30% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 120?
P.s. 120 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 120 offer ?
P.s. 120 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 120 part of?
P.s. 120 is part of New York City Geographic District #25.
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