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#2025 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 43% in state

PS 11 Kathryn Phelan

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30

54-25 SKILLMAN AVE, Woodside, NY 11377

Enrollment

693

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,025 of 4,742

In Woodside

#5 of 9

public schools

In district

#29 of 50

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30

Equity

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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PS 11 Kathryn Phelan

6.6/10

Elementary School in Woodside · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About PS 11 Kathryn Phelan

PS 11 Kathryn Phelan is a public elementary school in Woodside, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30. PS 11 Kathryn Phelan serves approximately 693 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 11 Kathryn Phelan has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,025 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for PS 11 Kathryn Phelan show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at PS 11 Kathryn Phelan were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.03 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.5Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.7 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+8.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile62th
Resources & Environment5.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.3:1
Chronic Absenteeism34.1%

PS 11 Kathryn Phelan — Students at PS 11 Kathryn Phelan score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

76.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 59.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
45.9% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 56.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
58.4% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 36 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
94%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
73%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
63%
2012
Math
43%
ELA
35%
2013
Math
41%
ELA
34%
2014
Math
48%
ELA
40%
2015
Math
46%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
53%
ELA
46%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
56%
2018
Math
54%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
54%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
68%
2021*
Math
61.8%
ELA
67.2%
2022
Math
50.5%
ELA
52.2%

* 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: 6.6/10.

How PS 11 Kathryn Phelan Compares

See how PS 11 Kathryn Phelan performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
57th percentile in NY
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
5.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
77%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
52 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.1%

Location

54-25 SKILLMAN AVE, Woodside, NY 11377

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 11 Kathryn Phelan may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CHILDREN'S LAB SCHOOL (THE) (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Long Island City), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 150 (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Long Island City), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PS 152 GWENDOLINE N ALLEYNE SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Woodside, see our Woodside schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
ST SEBASTIAN CATHOLIC ACADEMY Woodside 0.1 mi 6.6
RAZI SCHOOL Woodside 0.2 mi 8.6
WOODSIDE COMMUNITY SCHOOL (THE) Flushing 0.2 mi 5.6
IS 125 THOMAS J MCCANN WOODSIDE Woodside 0.6 mi 6.5
PS 152 GWENDOLINE N ALLEYNE SCHOOL Woodside 0.7 mi 7.0
PS 151 MARY D CARTER Woodside 0.8 mi 6.3
WILLIAM CULLEN BRYANT HIGH SCHOOL Long Island City 0.8 mi 6.8
ABC PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN CENTER Woodside 0.7 mi
ACADEMY OF THE CITY CHARTER SCHOOL Woodside 0.9 mi 7.0
CHILDREN'S LAB SCHOOL (THE) Long Island City 0.7 mi 8.2
PS 150 Long Island City 0.7 mi 7.5
HECTOR FIGUEROA SCHOOL (THE) Woodside 0.8 mi 5.3
IS 10 HORACE GREELEY Long Island City 1.0 mi 6.6
RIVERVIEW SCHOOL (THE) Woodside 0.9 mi 3.7
PS 229 EMANUEL KAPLAN Woodside 1.0 mi 6.9
PS 12 JAMES B COLGATE Woodside 0.9 mi 6.8
TIEGERMAN SCHOOL AT WOODSIDE Woodside 0.9 mi 8.3
PS 70 Long Island City 1.2 mi 6.7
JACKSON HEIGHTS SCHOOL SDA Woodside 0.9 mi 5.4
IS 230 Jackson Heights 1.0 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11377 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,292

Median Home Value

$670,300

Median Rent

$1,802/mo

Population

83,545

College Educated

33.1%

Homeownership

29.4%

Avg Commute

36.2 min

Poverty Rate

10.8%

Median Age

40.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PS 11 Kathryn Phelan

What grades does PS 11 Kathryn Phelan serve?

PS 11 Kathryn Phelan serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend PS 11 Kathryn Phelan?

PS 11 Kathryn Phelan has an enrollment of approximately 693 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 11 Kathryn Phelan?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 11 Kathryn Phelan is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 11 Kathryn Phelan rank in NY?

PS 11 Kathryn Phelan ranks #2,025 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is PS 11 Kathryn Phelan's MySchoolScout rating?

PS 11 Kathryn Phelan has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 PS 11 Kathryn Phelan?

Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 11 Kathryn Phelan has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is PS 11 Kathryn Phelan a charter school?

No, PS 11 Kathryn Phelan is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 11 Kathryn Phelan a Title I school?

No, PS 11 Kathryn Phelan is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 11 Kathryn Phelan?

76.5% of students at PS 11 Kathryn Phelan qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
96 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
693
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
52
Free/Reduced Lunch
76.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Queens County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.1%

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