Serving 556 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 193 Alfred J Kennedy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 556 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 193 Alfred J Kennedy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
P.s. 193 Alfred J Kennedy's student population of 556 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
556 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
P.s. 193 Alfred J Kennedy ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 193 Alfred J Kennedy 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
#555 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
28%
10%
Hispanic
25%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
44%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
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 P.s. 193 Alfred J Kennedy's ranking?
P.s. 193 Alfred J Kennedy is ranked #555 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 193 Alfred J Kennedy often compared to?
P.s. 193 Alfred J Kennedyis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 79 Francis Lewis, P.s. 209 Clearview Gardens by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 193 Alfred J Kennedy?
556 students attend P.s. 193 Alfred J Kennedy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of P.s. 193 Alfred J Kennedy students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 25% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.s. 193 Alfred J Kennedy?
P.s. 193 Alfred J Kennedy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 193 Alfred J Kennedy offer ?
P.s. 193 Alfred J Kennedy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 193 Alfred J Kennedy part of?
P.s. 193 Alfred J Kennedy is part of New York City Geographic District #25 School District.
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