Serving 628 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 33 Chelsea Prep ranks in the top 30% 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 61% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 33 Chelsea Prep ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
P.s. 33 Chelsea Prep's student population of 628 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
628 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 26, 2026
School Mascot
Dolphins
School Rankings
P.s. 33 Chelsea Prep 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. 33 Chelsea Prep is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1215 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
18%
10%
Hispanic
40%
30%
Black
14%
16%
White
20%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dolphins
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 33 Chelsea Prep's ranking?
P.s. 33 Chelsea Prep is ranked #1215 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?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 33 Chelsea Prep?
628 students attend P.s. 33 Chelsea Prep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of P.s. 33 Chelsea Prep students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 33 Chelsea Prep?
P.s. 33 Chelsea Prep has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 33 Chelsea Prep offer ?
P.s. 33 Chelsea Prep offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 33 Chelsea Prep part of?
P.s. 33 Chelsea Prep is part of New York City Geographic District # 2 School District.
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