Excellent
#510 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 11% in state
Children's Lab School (the)
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24
45-46 42ND ST, Long Island City, NY 11104
Enrollment
458
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
458
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#510 of 4,742
In Long Island City
#8 of 38
public schools
In district
#5 of 56
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Children's Lab School (the)
Elementary School in Long Island City · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Is 125 Thomas J Mccann Woodside
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PS 150
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About Children's Lab School (the)
Children's Lab School (the) is a public elementary school in Long Island City, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24. Children's Lab School (the) serves approximately 458 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Children's Lab School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #510 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Children's Lab School (the) show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 5.9
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Children's Lab School (the) — Students at Children's Lab School (the) score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 18 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.
How Children's Lab School (the) Compares
See how Children's Lab School (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
45-46 42ND ST, Long Island City, NY 11104
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Children's Lab School (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 166 HENRY GRADSTEIN (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is PS 150 (rated 7.5/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PS 11 KATHRYN PHELAN (rated 6.6/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Woodside), a more accessible option. For more schools in Long Island City, see our Long Island City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11104 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,716
Median Home Value
$665,700
Median Rent
$1,924/mo
Population
26,825
College Educated
51.3%
Homeownership
21.5%
Avg Commute
37.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
39.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Children's Lab School (the)
What grades does Children's Lab School (the) serve?
Children's Lab School (the) serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Children's Lab School (the)?
Children's Lab School (the) has an enrollment of approximately 458 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Children's Lab School (the)?
The student-teacher ratio at Children's Lab School (the) is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Children's Lab School (the) rank in NY?
Children's Lab School (the) ranks #510 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Children's Lab School (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?
Children's Lab School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Children's Lab School (the)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Children's Lab School (the) has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022).
Is Children's Lab School (the) a charter school?
No, Children's Lab School (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Children's Lab School (the) a Title I school?
No, Children's Lab School (the) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Children's Lab School (the)?
74.5% of students at Children's Lab School (the) qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 458
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.5%
- Phone
- (718) 361-3300
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24- District Enrollment
- 50,843
- Schools in District
- 57
- District Rank
- #5 of 56
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