Serving 560 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 2 Alfred Zimberg 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 65% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (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 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 2 Alfred Zimberg ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
P.s. 2 Alfred Zimberg's student population of 560 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
560 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Sep 4, 2025
School Rankings
P.s. 2 Alfred Zimberg 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. 2 Alfred Zimberg is 0.69, 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
#1098 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
18%
10%
Hispanic
42%
30%
Black
5%
16%
White
33%
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
69%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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. 2 Alfred Zimberg's ranking?
P.s. 2 Alfred Zimberg is ranked #1098 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 2 Alfred Zimberg often compared to?
P.s. 2 Alfred Zimbergis often viewed alongside schools like 30th Avenue School (G & T Citywide), P.s. 85 Judge Charles Vallone, P.s. 122 Mamie Fay by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 2 Alfred Zimberg?
560 students attend P.s. 2 Alfred Zimberg.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of P.s. 2 Alfred Zimberg students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.s. 2 Alfred Zimberg?
P.s. 2 Alfred Zimberg has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 2 Alfred Zimberg offer ?
P.s. 2 Alfred Zimberg offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 2 Alfred Zimberg part of?
P.s. 2 Alfred Zimberg is part of New York City Geographic District #30 School District.
School Reviews
5 8/5/2021
I HAVE 3 kids. Two of my sons went to this school & now my only daughter is going to this school. I am with this school since 2010 & I know them very well. I love the teachers & their teaching method, their welcoming attitude towards all parents very much. I wish I could assist them as a Substitute Teacher. The school recently closed the nomination process. Plz if you reopen the nomination process then let me know then my dream will come true working with you.
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