Serving 441 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 162 John Golden ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 162 John Golden's student population of 441 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
441 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our goal is to promote the talents of our students through learning.
School Rankings
P.s. 162 John Golden ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 162 John Golden is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1187 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
76%
10%
Hispanic
13%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
7%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 162 John Golden's ranking?
P.s. 162 John Golden is ranked #1187 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 162 John Golden?
441 students attend P.s. 162 John Golden.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of P.s. 162 John Golden students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 162 John Golden?
P.s. 162 John Golden has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 162 John Golden offer ?
P.s. 162 John Golden offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 162 John Golden part of?
P.s. 162 John Golden is part of New York City Geographic District #26.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 162 John Golden located?
P.s. 162 John Golden is located in the Flushing neighborhood of Bayside, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Flushing.
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