Below Average
#3840 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 47 Chris Galas
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
9 POWER RD, Broad Channel, NY 11693
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,840 of 4,742
In district
#44 of 63
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
Academic performance
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About PS 47 Chris Galas
PS 47 Chris Galas is a public elementary school in Broad Channel, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27. PS 47 Chris Galas serves approximately 274 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 47 Chris Galas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,840 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 47 Chris Galas show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
52% of students at PS 47 Chris Galas were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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PS 47 Chris Galas — Students at PS 47 Chris Galas score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 30 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.1/10.
How PS 47 Chris Galas Compares
See how PS 47 Chris Galas performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
9 POWER RD, Broad Channel, NY 11693
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 47 Chris Galas may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WATERSIDE CHILDREN'S STUDIO SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Rockaway Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 146 HOWARD BEACH (rated 7.0/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Howard Beach), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS/MS 114 BELLE HARBOR (rated 6.4/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Rockaway Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Broad Channel, see our Broad Channel schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11693 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,829
Median Home Value
$473,200
Median Rent
$1,198/mo
Population
13,066
College Educated
35.7%
Homeownership
46.1%
Avg Commute
48.8 min
Poverty Rate
18.1%
Median Age
44.9
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| BALLARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wilton, NY | 4.6 |
| BRIGHTER CHOICE CHARTER SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Albany, NY | 4.6 |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY FOR SOCIAL ACTION Bronx, NY | 4.6 |
| DR GEORGE BLACKMAN ECC Buffalo, NY | 4.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 47 Chris Galas
What grades does PS 47 Chris Galas serve?
PS 47 Chris Galas serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend PS 47 Chris Galas?
PS 47 Chris Galas has an enrollment of approximately 274 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 47 Chris Galas?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 47 Chris Galas is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 47 Chris Galas rank in NY?
PS 47 Chris Galas ranks #3,840 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 47 Chris Galas's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 47 Chris Galas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at PS 47 Chris Galas?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 47 Chris Galas has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 47 Chris Galas a charter school?
No, PS 47 Chris Galas is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 47 Chris Galas a Title I school?
No, PS 47 Chris Galas is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 47 Chris Galas?
46.0% of students at PS 47 Chris Galas qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 274
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.8%
- Phone
- (718) 634-7167
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27- District Enrollment
- 41,663
- Schools in District
- 63
- District Rank
- #44 of 63
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