Serving 270 students in grades Kindergarten-5, P.s. 140 Edward K Ellington ranks in the top 50% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 140 Edward K Ellington ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
P.s. 140 Edward K Ellington's student population of 270 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
270 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 140 Edward K Ellington ranks within the top 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. 140 Edward K Ellington is 0.63, 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
#1637 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
16%
10%
Hispanic
27%
31%
Black
53%
15%
White
n/a
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)77.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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. 140 Edward K Ellington's ranking?
P.s. 140 Edward K Ellington is ranked #1637 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 140 Edward K Ellington often compared to?
P.s. 140 Edward K Ellingtonis often viewed alongside schools like Cynthia Jenkins School, Jermaine L Green Stem Institute Of Queens by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 140 Edward K Ellington?
270 students attend P.s. 140 Edward K Ellington.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of P.s. 140 Edward K Ellington students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 140 Edward K Ellington?
P.s. 140 Edward K Ellington has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 140 Edward K Ellington offer ?
P.s. 140 Edward K Ellington offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 140 Edward K Ellington part of?
P.s. 140 Edward K Ellington is part of New York City Geographic District #28.
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