Serving 293 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 277 Gerritsen Beach ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 277 Gerritsen Beach ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
P.s. 277 Gerritsen Beach's student population of 293 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
293 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 277 Gerritsen Beach 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. 277 Gerritsen Beach is 0.65, 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
#1190 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
26%
10%
Hispanic
18%
31%
Black
3%
15%
White
51%
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
51%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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. 277 Gerritsen Beach's ranking?
P.s. 277 Gerritsen Beach is ranked #1190 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?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 277 Gerritsen Beach?
293 students attend P.s. 277 Gerritsen Beach.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of P.s. 277 Gerritsen Beach students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 277 Gerritsen Beach?
P.s. 277 Gerritsen Beach has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 277 Gerritsen Beach offer ?
P.s. 277 Gerritsen Beach offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 277 Gerritsen Beach part of?
P.s. 277 Gerritsen Beach is part of New York City Geographic District #22.
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