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#3454 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 98 Shorac Kappock
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6
512 W 212TH ST, New York, NY 10034
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,454 of 4,742
In New York
#270 of 346
public schools
In district
#33 of 45
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6
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PS 98 Shorac Kappock
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About PS 98 Shorac Kappock
PS 98 Shorac Kappock is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6. PS 98 Shorac Kappock serves approximately 286 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 98 Shorac Kappock has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,454 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 98 Shorac Kappock show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at PS 98 Shorac Kappock sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
59% of students at PS 98 Shorac Kappock 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 98 Shorac Kappock — Students at PS 98 Shorac Kappock score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.1/10.
How PS 98 Shorac Kappock Compares
See how PS 98 Shorac Kappock performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
512 W 212TH ST, New York, NY 10034
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 98 Shorac Kappock may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MUSCOTA (rated 8.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WASHINGTON HEIGHTS ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, AMISTAD DUAL LANGUAGE SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10034 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,786
Median Home Value
$518,000
Median Rent
$1,621/mo
Population
39,037
College Educated
39.2%
Homeownership
10%
Avg Commute
46.8 min
Poverty Rate
14.6%
Median Age
38.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACADEMY OF ST DOROTHY Staten Island, NY | 5.1 |
| CAMBRIA CENTER FOR THE GIFTED CHILD Cambria Heights, NY | 5.1 |
| CHERRY ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse, NY | 5.1 |
| DOVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dover Plains, NY | 5.1 |
| LYNDONVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lyndonville, NY | 5.1 |
| MIDWOOD CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn, NY | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 98 Shorac Kappock
What grades does PS 98 Shorac Kappock serve?
PS 98 Shorac Kappock serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 98 Shorac Kappock?
PS 98 Shorac Kappock has an enrollment of approximately 286 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 98 Shorac Kappock?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 98 Shorac Kappock is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 98 Shorac Kappock rank in NY?
PS 98 Shorac Kappock ranks #3,454 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 98 Shorac Kappock's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 98 Shorac Kappock has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 98 Shorac Kappock?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 98 Shorac Kappock has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 98 Shorac Kappock a charter school?
No, PS 98 Shorac Kappock is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 98 Shorac Kappock a Title I school?
No, PS 98 Shorac Kappock is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 98 Shorac Kappock?
91.6% of students at PS 98 Shorac Kappock qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 286
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 59.1%
- Phone
- (212) 927-7870
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6- District Enrollment
- 17,940
- Schools in District
- 45
- District Rank
- #33 of 45
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