Serving 397 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 76 William Hallet ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% 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: 397 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 76 William Hallet serves a 0.3 square mile area in Astoria, NY, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is approximately 0.6 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 76 William Hallet's student population of 397 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
397 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
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School Rankings
P.s. 76 William Hallet ranks within the bottom 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. 76 William Hallet is 0.58, 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
#3493 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Asian
5%
10%
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Hispanic
60%
31%
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Black
21%
15%
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White
12%
39%
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Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)86.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2009–2025. 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. 76 William Hallet's ranking?
P.s. 76 William Hallet is ranked #3493 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 76 William Hallet?
397 students attend P.s. 76 William Hallet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of P.s. 76 William Hallet students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 76 William Hallet?
P.s. 76 William Hallet has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 76 William Hallet offer ?
P.s. 76 William Hallet offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is P.s. 76 William Hallet part of?
P.s. 76 William Hallet is part of New York City Geographic District #30.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 76 William Hallet located?
P.s. 76 William Hallet is located in the Long Island City neighborhood of Astoria, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Long Island City.
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