Below Average
#3841 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 60 Woodhaven
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
91-02 88TH AVE, Woodhaven, NY 11421
Enrollment
980
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
980
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,841 of 4,742
In Woodhaven
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#45 of 63
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
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PS 60 Woodhaven
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About PS 60 Woodhaven
PS 60 Woodhaven is a public elementary school in Woodhaven, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27. PS 60 Woodhaven serves approximately 980 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 60 Woodhaven has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,841 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 60 Woodhaven show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% 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
47% of students at PS 60 Woodhaven 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 60 Woodhaven — Students at PS 60 Woodhaven score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 4.5/10.
How PS 60 Woodhaven Compares
See how PS 60 Woodhaven performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
91-02 88TH AVE, Woodhaven, NY 11421
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 60 Woodhaven may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 273 (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Richmond Hill), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 66 JACQUELINE KENNEDY-ONASSIS (rated 7.4/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Richmond Hill), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS/IS 113 ANTHONY J PRANZO (rated 6.8/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Glendale), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Woodhaven, see our Woodhaven schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11421 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,439
Median Home Value
$682,800
Median Rent
$1,901/mo
Population
41,937
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
52.6%
Avg Commute
48.2 min
Poverty Rate
9.9%
Median Age
39
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Buffalo, NY | 4.6 |
| PS 160 WALTER FRANCIS BISHOP Jamaica, NY | 4.6 |
| SYRACUSE LATIN SCHOOL Syracuse, NY | 4.6 |
| BAS MIKROH GIRLS SCHOOL Spring Valley, NY | 4.5 |
| BROOKLYN NEW SCHOOL-PS 146 (THE) Brooklyn, NY | 4.5 |
| CALIFORNIA AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Uniondale, NY | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 60 Woodhaven
What grades does PS 60 Woodhaven serve?
PS 60 Woodhaven serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 60 Woodhaven?
PS 60 Woodhaven has an enrollment of approximately 980 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 60 Woodhaven?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 60 Woodhaven is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 60 Woodhaven rank in NY?
PS 60 Woodhaven ranks #3,841 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 60 Woodhaven's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 60 Woodhaven 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 60 Woodhaven?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 60 Woodhaven has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 60 Woodhaven a charter school?
No, PS 60 Woodhaven is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 60 Woodhaven a Title I school?
No, PS 60 Woodhaven is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 60 Woodhaven?
79.8% of students at PS 60 Woodhaven 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 980
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 63
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.8%
- Phone
- (718) 441-5046
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27- District Enrollment
- 41,663
- Schools in District
- 63
- District Rank
- #45 of 63
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