Serving 225 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 205 Alexander Graham Bell ranks in the top 5% 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 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 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 (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 225 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 205 Alexander Graham Bell serves a 0.2 square mile area in Bayside, NY, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school. The attendance zone extends approximately 2.8 miles from its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 205 Alexander Graham Bell ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
P.s. 205 Alexander Graham Bell's student population of 225 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
225 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
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School Calendar
School Rankings
P.s. 205 Alexander Graham Bell ranks within the top 5% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 205 Alexander Graham Bell is 0.66, 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
#166 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Asian
52%
10%
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Hispanic
24%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Black
5%
15%
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White
12%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 205 Alexander Graham Bell's ranking?
P.s. 205 Alexander Graham Bell is ranked #166 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 205 Alexander Graham Bell often compared to?
P.s. 205 Alexander Graham Bellis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 203 Oakland Gardens by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 205 Alexander Graham Bell?
225 students attend P.s. 205 Alexander Graham Bell.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of P.s. 205 Alexander Graham Bell students are Asian, 24% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 205 Alexander Graham Bell?
P.s. 205 Alexander Graham Bell has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 205 Alexander Graham Bell offer ?
P.s. 205 Alexander Graham Bell offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 205 Alexander Graham Bell part of?
P.s. 205 Alexander Graham Bell is part of New York City Geographic District #26.
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