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P.S. 68 Cambridge

Public | PK-5 | 724 students

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Posted June 27, 2011

I am a 5th grader in this school and I already graduated. Now tomorrow's the last day of school. I'm gonna miss you teachers! Ive been here since 2nd grade. I'm gonna miss Ms. Masone, ms . Racket, ms chabina and eichenger, ms o brien, ms amber, ms jackson, and Ms.McNulty!


Posted May 30, 2008

My daughter is in third grade and her all the teachers are great they all have done a great job hats off to Mrs. Renda,Ms.Hotis,Ms.K,Ms Forgonie and all the teachers associated.It is a very good school with disciplined teachers and students would love to send my second one over there.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 1, 2007

My son is attending the fourth grade this year at PS 68 and has been a student at this school since Kindergarten. I am completely satisfied with the school and with his academic progress. The teachers are very dedicated and caring. The PTA is excellent. Definitely recommended if you are looking to move in the area. :)
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Posted November 16, 2005

My daughter is in the 4th grade and she has been attending this school since kindergarten. The teachers at PS68 are dedicated to their work and students. I like the fact that they take the extra time to prepare their students for preparation of the State test.
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Posted June 26, 2003

This is a very good school with teachers who cares about our kids. However, the school could use extra funding for more activities.


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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 56% in 2012.

121 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
50%

2011

 
 
64%
Math

The state average for Math was 61% in 2012.

121 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
52%

2011

 
 
60%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 59% in 2012.

132 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
53%

2011

 
 
52%
Math

The state average for Math was 69% in 2012.

136 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
64%

2011

 
 
61%
Science

The state average for Science was 88% in 2011.

130 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
92%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 58% in 2012.

125 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
41%

2011

 
 
45%
Math

The state average for Math was 67% in 2012.

129 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
50%

2011

 
 
59%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

In 2009-2010, this school was given a grade of "B" for the elementary school level.

About the tests


Progress Report Grades measure the school's contribution to student learning in three areas: School Environment, Student Performance and Student Progress. Schools can receive additional credit for achieving exemplary performance progress among high-needs students. Progress Report Grades range from A to F.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York City Department of Education

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GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Hispanic 79% 21%
White 13% 51%
Asian/Pacific Islander 5% 8%
Black 4% 19%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 90%N/A44%
Limited English proficient 21%N/A7%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 12N/A13
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Fewer than 3 years experience 20%N/A10%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Master's degree and above 35%N/A33%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Teacher credentials

  This school District averageState average
Teachers with no valid teaching certificate 21%N/A5%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008
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59-09 St Felix Ave
Ridgewood, NY 11385
Phone: (718) 821-7246

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