Serving 207 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Star Academy Ps 63 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 30-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% 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: 207 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Star Academy Ps 63 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Star Academy Ps 63's student population of 207 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
207 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Star Academy Ps 63 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Star Academy Ps 63 is 0.49, 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
#3370 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
84%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
69%
30%
Black
15%
16%
White
12%
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
78%
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 Star Academy Ps 63's ranking?
Star Academy Ps 63 is ranked #3370 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Star Academy Ps 63 often compared to?
Star Academy Ps 63is often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 15 Roberto Clemente by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Star Academy Ps 63?
207 students attend Star Academy Ps 63.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Star Academy Ps 63 students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Star Academy Ps 63?
Star Academy Ps 63 has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Star Academy Ps 63 offer ?
Star Academy Ps 63 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Star Academy Ps 63 part of?
Star Academy Ps 63 is part of New York City Geographic District # 1 School District.
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