Ps 148

89-02 32nd Ave
East Elmhurst, NY 11369
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 675 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ps 148 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 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 675 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : Bottom 50% in NY
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

School Overview

Ps 148's student population of 675 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
675 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
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School Rankings

Ps 148 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ps 148 is 0.32, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (NY)
#3297 out of 4093 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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30-34%
55%
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40-44%
62%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
10%
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Hispanic
81%
29%
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Black
1%
16%
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White
3%
41%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
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0.32
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
51%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ps 148's ranking?
Ps 148 is ranked #3297 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ps 148 often compared to?
Ps 148is often viewed alongside schools like Ivan Lafayette Early Childhood School Of The Arts, Ps 149 Christa Mcauliffe by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 148?
675 students attend Ps 148.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Ps 148 students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 148?
Ps 148 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 148 offer ?
Ps 148 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 148 part of?

School Reviews

5   4/14/2020
I graduated from this school in 2011, so 9 years ago. I can say that this school was the best school I ever went to because of the teachers and other staff members. I would highly recommend this school for your child.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Allan
5   3/23/2020
She is the Best teacher My girl said that she struggle too much I am so happy that she still is in the class working.
- Posted by Teacher - S.Anthony
5   3/2/2019
I like all teachers from this school especially Mrs.Dorizas.She is a nice and polite teacher.He was my boy''s first grade teacher.
- Posted by Parent - Ishrat
5   7/20/2015
I once studied there. And my experience was incredible, it was the best school I've gone to. Until I moved P.S 148 is the best school you could possibly go to
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Tinoc

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 675 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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