Serving 549 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ps 154 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 approximately equal to the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps 154 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ps 154's student population of 549 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
549 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ps 154 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 154 is 0.69, 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
#1781 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
46%
10%
Hispanic
28%
29%
Black
7%
16%
White
16%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 154's ranking?
Ps 154 is ranked #1781 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ps 154 often compared to?
Ps 154is often viewed alongside schools like Ps/ms 200 Magnet School-global Studi 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 55% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 154?
549 students attend Ps 154.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Ps 154 students are Asian, 28% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 154?
Ps 154 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 154 offer ?
Ps 154 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 154 part of?
Ps 154 is part of New York City Geographic District #25 School District.
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