Summary:
PS 112 Dutch Kills is an elementary school in Long Island City, New York, serving students from pre-kindergarten to 5th grade. The school has a diverse student population, with a racial makeup that is predominantly Hispanic and Asian.
While PS 112 Dutch Kills has a relatively high per-student spending of $21,812, the school has consistently underperformed compared to the New York City Geographic District #30 and the overall New York state averages in English Language Arts (ELA) and Math proficiency. For example, in the 2022-2023 school year, only 35.85% of 3rd graders, 52.5% of 4th graders, and 45.45% of 5th graders were proficient or better in ELA, compared to the district's 51.66%, 61.75%, and 58.32%, respectively. In Math, the school's proficiency rates were even lower, with only 29.11% of 3rd graders, 32.79% of 4th graders, and 19.4% of 5th graders meeting or exceeding the standards, compared to the district's 59.71%, 56.25%, and 55.27%.
When compared to nearby schools, such as PS 234 and 30th Avenue School (The) (G & T Citywide), PS 112 Dutch Kills generally underperforms in academic achievement, particularly in ELA and Math proficiency. The school's struggles are particularly evident in the performance of certain student subgroups, such as Hispanic, English Language Learner, and students with disabilities, suggesting that the school may need to implement targeted interventions and support to address the unique needs of these populations.
Detail:
Public PK, KG-5
District:
New York City Geographic District #30
SchoolDigger Rank:
1806th of 2,439 New York Elementary Schools
Per Pupil Expenditures: $21,812
Students who attend Ps 112 Dutch Kills usually attend:
Student/teacher ratio: 14.6
Number of students: 438
Racial breakdown:
Hispanic:
44.3%
Asian:
23.3%
African American:
20.8%
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White:
8.4%
Two or more races:
1.6%
American Indian:
1.1%
Pacific Islander:
0.5%
Free/discounted lunch recipients: 82.2%
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