Serving 849 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Ps/is 30 Mary White Ovington ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 849 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps/is 30 Mary White Ovington ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ps/is 30 Mary White Ovington's student population of 849 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
849 students
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
School Rankings
Ps/is 30 Mary White Ovington ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ps/is 30 Mary White Ovington 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
#1923 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
10%
Hispanic
36%
31%
Black
2%
15%
White
45%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ps/is 30 Mary White Ovington's ranking?
Ps/is 30 Mary White Ovington is ranked #1923 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ps/is 30 Mary White Ovington often compared to?
Ps/is 30 Mary White Ovingtonis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 264 Bay Ridge Elementary School For The Arts, Ps/is 104 Fort Hamilton School, P.s. 102 Bayview by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps/is 30 Mary White Ovington?
849 students attend Ps/is 30 Mary White Ovington.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Ps/is 30 Mary White Ovington students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ps/is 30 Mary White Ovington?
Ps/is 30 Mary White Ovington has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps/is 30 Mary White Ovington offer ?
Ps/is 30 Mary White Ovington offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ps/is 30 Mary White Ovington part of?
Ps/is 30 Mary White Ovington is part of New York City Geographic District #20.
In what neighborhood is Ps/is 30 Mary White Ovington located?
Ps/is 30 Mary White Ovington is located in the Bay Ridge neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 4 other public schools located in Bay Ridge.
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