Serving 274 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Park Terrace School 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 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34%
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Park Terrace School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Park Terrace School's student population of 274 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Park Terrace School is 0.39, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)30-34%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)10-14%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
12%
30%
Black
4%
16%
White
77%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Park Terrace School often compared to?
Park Terrace Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kingsborough School, Northville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% NY state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NY state average).
How many students attend Park Terrace School?
274 students attend Park Terrace School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Park Terrace School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Park Terrace School?
Park Terrace School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Park Terrace School offer ?
Park Terrace School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Park Terrace School part of?
Park Terrace School is part of Gloversville City School District.
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