Serving 398 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 118 Lorraine Hansberry ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 118 Lorraine Hansberry serves an attendance zone in Saint Albans, NY, covering approximately 0.7 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 118 Lorraine Hansberry's student population of 398 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
398 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Where We Generate, Disseminate and Preserve Knowledge
School Rankings
P.s. 118 Lorraine Hansberry ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 118 Lorraine Hansberry is 0.62, 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
#3113 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
22%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
55%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2012–2024. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Yellow and Dark Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 118 Lorraine Hansberry's ranking?
P.s. 118 Lorraine Hansberry is ranked #3113 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 118 Lorraine Hansberry often compared to?
P.s. 118 Lorraine Hansberryis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 35 Nathaniel Woodhull, P.s. 134 Hollis by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 118 Lorraine Hansberry?
398 students attend P.s. 118 Lorraine Hansberry.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of P.s. 118 Lorraine Hansberry students are Black, 22% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 118 Lorraine Hansberry?
P.s. 118 Lorraine Hansberry has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 118 Lorraine Hansberry offer ?
P.s. 118 Lorraine Hansberry offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 118 Lorraine Hansberry part of?
P.s. 118 Lorraine Hansberry is part of New York City Geographic District #29.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 118 Lorraine Hansberry located?
P.s. 118 Lorraine Hansberry is located in the St Albans neighborhood of Saint Albans, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in St Albans.
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