Below Average
#3633 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 63 Old South
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
90-15 SUTTER AVE, Ozone Park, NY 11417
Enrollment
1,006
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
1,006
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,633 of 4,742
In Ozone Park
#8 of 10
public schools
In district
#39 of 63
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
Equity
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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PS 63 Old South
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About PS 63 Old South
PS 63 Old South is a public elementary school in Ozone Park, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27. PS 63 Old South serves approximately 1,006 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 63 Old South has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,633 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 63 Old South show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
50% of students at PS 63 Old South 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 63 Old South — Students at PS 63 Old South score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.2%
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: 4.9/10.
How PS 63 Old South Compares
See how PS 63 Old South performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
90-15 SUTTER AVE, Ozone Park, NY 11417
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 63 Old South may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 273 (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Richmond Hill), which scores notably higher. Another option is DIVINE MERCY CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 6.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 108 CAPTAIN VINCENT G FOWLER (rated 6.1/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby South Ozone Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ozone Park, see our Ozone Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11417 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,330
Median Home Value
$731,900
Median Rent
$1,853/mo
Population
30,091
College Educated
24.7%
Homeownership
58.4%
Avg Commute
44.6 min
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Median Age
39.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 63 Old South
What grades does PS 63 Old South serve?
PS 63 Old South serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 63 Old South?
PS 63 Old South has an enrollment of approximately 1,006 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 63 Old South?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 63 Old South is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 63 Old South rank in NY?
PS 63 Old South ranks #3,633 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 63 Old South's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 63 Old South has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 63 Old South?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 63 Old South has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 63 Old South a charter school?
No, PS 63 Old South is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 63 Old South a Title I school?
No, PS 63 Old South is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 63 Old South?
81.2% of students at PS 63 Old South 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
- 1,006
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 62
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.6%
- Phone
- (718) 845-7560
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27- District Enrollment
- 41,663
- Schools in District
- 63
- District Rank
- #39 of 63
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