Serving 432 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Waterside Children's Studio School 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 60-64% (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 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waterside Children's Studio School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Waterside Children's Studio School's student population of 432 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
432 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
2012
School Motto
Learn ● Create ● Imagine
School Rankings
Waterside Children's Studio School 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 Waterside Children's Studio School is 0.70, 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
#1507 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
46%
31%
Black
24%
15%
White
19%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waterside Children's Studio School's ranking?
Waterside Children's Studio School is ranked #1507 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Waterside Children's Studio School often compared to?
Waterside Children's Studio Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ps/ms 114 Belle Harbor by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% 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 Waterside Children's Studio School?
432 students attend Waterside Children's Studio School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Waterside Children's Studio School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waterside Children's Studio School?
Waterside Children's Studio School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Waterside Children's Studio School offer ?
Waterside Children's Studio School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waterside Children's Studio School part of?
Waterside Children's Studio School is part of New York City Geographic District #27.
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