Serving 825 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 166 Henry Gradstein ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 825 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 166 Henry Gradstein serves an attendance zone in Astoria, NY, covering approximately 0.5 square miles. Families living within the zone can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 166 Henry Gradstein ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
P.s. 166 Henry Gradstein's student population of 825 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
825 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
P.s. 166 Henry Gradstein ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 166 Henry Gradstein is 0.70, 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
#962 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
18%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
45%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
27%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 166 Henry Gradstein's ranking?
P.s. 166 Henry Gradstein is ranked #962 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 166 Henry Gradstein often compared to?
P.s. 166 Henry Gradsteinis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 122 Mamie Fay by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 166 Henry Gradstein?
825 students attend P.s. 166 Henry Gradstein.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of P.s. 166 Henry Gradstein students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 166 Henry Gradstein?
P.s. 166 Henry Gradstein has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 166 Henry Gradstein offer ?
P.s. 166 Henry Gradstein offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 166 Henry Gradstein part of?
P.s. 166 Henry Gradstein is part of New York City Geographic District #30.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I am a 5th grader in PS166Q and i think it is a good school in the academics area, Where as Availability of Music is lacked. Art is currently only available to the lower grades and the school has no sports team... From other reviews i read and heard from parents... the people in office are sometimes rude on the phone. But its up to you
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