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#3382 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 118 Lorraine Hansberry
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29
190-20 109TH RD, Saint Albans, NY 11412
Enrollment
385
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
385
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,382 of 4,742
In Saint Albans
#6 of 8
public schools
In district
#35 of 46
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29
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PS 118 Lorraine Hansberry
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About PS 118 Lorraine Hansberry
PS 118 Lorraine Hansberry is a public elementary school in Saint Albans, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29. PS 118 Lorraine Hansberry serves approximately 385 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 118 Lorraine Hansberry has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,382 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 118 Lorraine Hansberry show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
53% of students at PS 118 Lorraine Hansberry 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
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PS 118 Lorraine Hansberry — Students at PS 118 Lorraine Hansberry score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 5.9/10.
How PS 118 Lorraine Hansberry Compares
See how PS 118 Lorraine Hansberry performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
190-20 109TH RD, Saint Albans, NY 11412
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 118 Lorraine Hansberry may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 95 EASTWOOD (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Jamaica), which scores notably higher. Another option is RIVERTON STREET CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 35 NATHANIEL WOODHULL (rated 6.2/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Hollis), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Saint Albans, see our Saint Albans schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11412 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,418
Median Home Value
$633,800
Median Rent
$1,630/mo
Population
41,350
College Educated
25.2%
Homeownership
74.3%
Avg Commute
47.5 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
40.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 118 Lorraine Hansberry
What grades does PS 118 Lorraine Hansberry serve?
PS 118 Lorraine Hansberry serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 118 Lorraine Hansberry?
PS 118 Lorraine Hansberry has an enrollment of approximately 385 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 118 Lorraine Hansberry?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 118 Lorraine Hansberry is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 118 Lorraine Hansberry rank in NY?
PS 118 Lorraine Hansberry ranks #3,382 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 118 Lorraine Hansberry's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 118 Lorraine Hansberry has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 PS 118 Lorraine Hansberry?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 118 Lorraine Hansberry has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 118 Lorraine Hansberry a charter school?
No, PS 118 Lorraine Hansberry is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 118 Lorraine Hansberry a Title I school?
No, PS 118 Lorraine Hansberry is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 118 Lorraine Hansberry?
89.4% of students at PS 118 Lorraine Hansberry 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 385
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.5%
- Phone
- (718) 465-5538
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29- District Enrollment
- 23,648
- Schools in District
- 46
- District Rank
- #35 of 46
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