Serving 667 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ps 175 Lynn Gross Discovery School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 667 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps 175 Lynn Gross Discovery School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ps 175 Lynn Gross Discovery School's student population of 667 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
667 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ps 175 Lynn Gross Discovery School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ps 175 Lynn Gross Discovery School is 0.65, which is less 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
#1275 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
31%
10%
Hispanic
16%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
48%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ps 175 Lynn Gross Discovery School's ranking?
Ps 175 Lynn Gross Discovery School is ranked #1275 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ps 175 Lynn Gross Discovery School often compared to?
Ps 175 Lynn Gross Discovery Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ps 174 William Sidney Mount, Ps 139 Rego Park by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 175 Lynn Gross Discovery School?
667 students attend Ps 175 Lynn Gross Discovery School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Ps 175 Lynn Gross Discovery School students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 175 Lynn Gross Discovery School?
Ps 175 Lynn Gross Discovery School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 175 Lynn Gross Discovery School offer ?
Ps 175 Lynn Gross Discovery School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 175 Lynn Gross Discovery School part of?
Ps 175 Lynn Gross Discovery School is part of New York City Geographic District #28 School District.
School Reviews
5 8/9/2019
I love ps175 I am in fifth grade and I was there since kindergarten it is really fun we have many fun events and we learn a lot I did not know any English when I came but I learned in less then 1 month the teacher are great my favorite teacher is Mrs glogau she very fun and in her class I improved a lot she is always happy to talk to you about any problem you have and help with it.
4 9/9/2017
I love my school, Mr. Nussbaum was a great teacher and I learned a lot from him.
5 7/7/2017
Mr. Nussbaum is a great teacher I would like to have him in 5th grade. But the lunch could improve!!!!
5 3/14/2014
this school is the best and i am a fourth grader i go to this school. i am in mr.nussbaums class.the launch i would say they can do better at it
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