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#2627 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 62 Chester Park School
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
97-25 108TH ST, South Richmond Hill, NY 11419
Enrollment
795
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
795
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,627 of 4,742
In South Richmond Hill
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#25 of 63
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
Equity
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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About PS 62 Chester Park School
PS 62 Chester Park School is a public elementary school in South Richmond Hill, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27. PS 62 Chester Park School serves approximately 795 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 62 Chester Park School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,627 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 62 Chester Park School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at PS 62 Chester Park School 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 62 Chester Park School — Students at PS 62 Chester Park School score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.4%
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: 6.3/10.
How PS 62 Chester Park School Compares
See how PS 62 Chester Park School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
97-25 108TH ST, South Richmond Hill, NY 11419
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 62 Chester Park School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 273 (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Richmond Hill), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 66 JACQUELINE KENNEDY-ONASSIS (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Richmond Hill), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DIVINE MERCY CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 6.3/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Ozone Park), with a very similar rating. For more schools in South Richmond Hill, see our South Richmond Hill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11419 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,231
Median Home Value
$678,800
Median Rent
$1,920/mo
Population
46,938
College Educated
20.7%
Homeownership
61.9%
Avg Commute
45.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
42.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 62 Chester Park School
What grades does PS 62 Chester Park School serve?
PS 62 Chester Park School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 62 Chester Park School?
PS 62 Chester Park School has an enrollment of approximately 795 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 62 Chester Park School?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 62 Chester Park School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 62 Chester Park School rank in NY?
PS 62 Chester Park School ranks #2,627 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 62 Chester Park School's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 62 Chester Park School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 62 Chester Park School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 62 Chester Park School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 62 Chester Park School a charter school?
No, PS 62 Chester Park School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 62 Chester Park School a Title I school?
No, PS 62 Chester Park School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 62 Chester Park School?
84.4% of students at PS 62 Chester Park School 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
- 795
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.7%
- Phone
- (718) 286-4460
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27- District Enrollment
- 41,663
- Schools in District
- 63
- District Rank
- #25 of 63
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