Best Schools in Broad Channel, New York
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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PS 47 Chris Galas
Elementary · New York City Geographic District #27. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.6
out of 10
Median Home
$473,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.6
out of 10
Median Home
$473,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Broad Channel
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | PS 47 Chris Galas | 4.6 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.6/10
- Median household income
- $67,829
- Median home value
- $473,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 36%
- Avg commute
- 49 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 46%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Broad Channel compares
Median household income
$68k
73% of New York median
About Schools in Broad Channel, New York
Broad Channel, New York is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 4.6 out of 10, schools in Broad Channel show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Broad Channel is PS 47 Chris Galas with a composite score of 4.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Broad Channel is served by 1 school district: NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27. These districts collectively serve 41,663 students.
Broad Channel's community shows 36% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $67,829. The poverty rate in the area is 18.1%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 274 students · Pre-K–8th | 4.6 |
Schools in Broad Channel
Broad Channel, New York · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$67,829
Median Home Value
$473,200
Median Rent
$1,198/mo
Population
13,066
College Educated
36%
Homeownership
46%
Avg Commute
49 min
Poverty Rate
18.1%
Community Profile
Broad Channel has a median household income of $67,829. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $473,200, with a median rent of $1,198/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.1%. The average commute in the area is 49 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- New York
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Broad Channel, New York
How many schools are in Broad Channel, New York?
Broad Channel has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Broad Channel, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Broad Channel is 4.6 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Broad Channel, New York?
The top-ranked school in Broad Channel on MySchoolScout is PS 47 Chris Galas with a composite score of 4.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Broad Channel, New York?
The top-ranked elementary school in Broad Channel on MySchoolScout is PS 47 Chris Galas with a composite score of 4.6/10.
How many school districts serve Broad Channel, New York?
Broad Channel is served by 1 school district: New York City Geographic District #27.
What is the education level in Broad Channel, New York?
According to Census data, 36% of adults in Broad Channel have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Broad Channel, New York?
The median household income in Broad Channel is approximately $67,829 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Broad Channel, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Broad Channel is 10.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Broad Channel, New York?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New York State Education Dept., and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.