Serving 361 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 130 ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 130 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
P.s. 130's student population of 361 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
361 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
2011
School Calendar
School Motto
Imagine, Believe, Achieve.
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
P.s. 130 ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 130 is 0.54, 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
#277 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
65%
10%
Hispanic
16%
31%
Black
2%
15%
White
12%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 130's ranking?
P.s. 130 is ranked #277 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 130 often compared to?
P.s. 130is often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 32 State Street, P.s. 159 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 130?
361 students attend P.s. 130.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of P.s. 130 students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 130?
P.s. 130 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 130 offer ?
P.s. 130 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is P.s. 130 part of?
P.s. 130 is part of New York City Geographic District #25.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 130 located?
P.s. 130 is located in the Flushing neighborhood of Bayside, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Flushing.
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