Serving 542 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, P.s. 146 Howard Beach 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 57% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% 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-8
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 146 serves the Howard Beach area of New York, encompassing approximately 0.7 square miles. Families living within this zone can expect a typical driving time of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance area located about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 146 Howard Beach's student population of 542 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
542 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
School Rankings
P.s. 146 Howard Beach 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. 146 Howard Beach 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
#1460 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Asian
14%
10%
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Hispanic
45%
31%
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Black
2%
15%
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White
35%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
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. 146 Howard Beach's ranking?
P.s. 146 Howard Beach is ranked #1460 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 146 Howard Beach often compared to?
P.s. 146 Howard Beachis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 207 Rockwood Park, P.s. 232 Lindenwood by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 146 Howard Beach?
542 students attend P.s. 146 Howard Beach.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of P.s. 146 Howard Beach students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 146 Howard Beach?
P.s. 146 Howard Beach has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 146 Howard Beach offer ?
P.s. 146 Howard Beach offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 146 Howard Beach part of?
P.s. 146 Howard Beach is part of New York City Geographic District #27.
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