Serving 287 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 150 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 ≥90% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NY
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 150 serves an attendance area in New York, NY, covering approximately 9.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical driving time of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 150 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. 150's student population of 287 students has grown by 57% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
287 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of PS 150 is to dare.
School Rankings
P.s. 150 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. 150 is 0.73, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#106 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
30%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
15%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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. 150's ranking?
P.s. 150 is ranked #106 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 150 often compared to?
P.s. 150is often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 89 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 150?
287 students attend P.s. 150.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of P.s. 150 students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 150?
P.s. 150 has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 150 offer ?
P.s. 150 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is P.s. 150 part of?
P.s. 150 is part of New York City Geographic District # 2.
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