Average
#2207 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 47% in state
PS 123
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
145-01 119TH AVE, South Ozone Park, NY 11436
Enrollment
545
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
545
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,207 of 4,742
In South Ozone Park
#5 of 11
public schools
In district
#19 of 63
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
Academic growth
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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PS 123
Elementary School in South Ozone Park · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 123
PS 123 is a public elementary school in South Ozone Park, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27. PS 123 serves approximately 545 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 123 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,207 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 123 show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
43% of students at PS 123 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 123 — Students at PS 123 score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.4%
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: 7.7/10.
How PS 123 Compares
See how PS 123 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
145-01 119TH AVE, South Ozone Park, NY 11436
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 123 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 140 EDWARD K ELLINGTON (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Jamaica), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 155 (rated 7.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DAVID N DINKINS SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Jamaica), which scores notably higher. For more schools in South Ozone Park, see our South Ozone Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-SOUTH JAMAICA Jamaica | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| PS 223 LYNDON B JOHNSON Jamaica | 0.4 mi | 3.6 |
| QUEENS TRANSITION CENTER Jamaica | 0.5 mi | 3.6 |
| PS 45 CLARENCE WITHERSPOON South Ozone Park | 0.6 mi | 3.5 |
| PS 160 WALTER FRANCIS BISHOP Jamaica | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| PS 96 South Ozone Park | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| AUGUST MARTIN HIGH SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| VOYAGES PREP-SOUTH QUEENS Jamaica | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| NEW VISIONS CHTR HS-ADV MA/SCI IV Jamaica | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| AL-IHSAN ACADEMY South Ozone Park | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| HS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT AND PUBLIC SAFETY Jamaica | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| PS 155 South Ozone Park | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| DAVID N DINKINS SCHOOL Jamaica | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| PS 40 SAMUEL HUNTINGTON Jamaica | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| JAMAICA CHILDREN'S SCHOOL Jamaica | 1.1 mi | 3.2 |
| PS 140 EDWARD K ELLINGTON Jamaica | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| ROCHDALE EARLY ADVANTAGE CHARTER SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| PS 50 TALFOURD LAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jamaica | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| CATHERINE & COUNT BASIE MIDDLE SCHOOL 72 Jamaica | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| REDWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL Jamaica | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11436 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,104
Median Home Value
$602,800
Median Rent
$2,079/mo
Population
21,364
College Educated
22.2%
Homeownership
65.4%
Avg Commute
46.5 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
38.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BOLD CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 6.4 |
| BROWNSVILLE ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 6.4 |
| CHERRY AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Sayville, NY | 6.4 |
| COMO PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lancaster, NY | 6.4 |
| DELEVAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delevan, NY | 6.4 |
| EVANS MILLS PRIMARY SCHOOL Evans Mills, NY | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 123
What grades does PS 123 serve?
PS 123 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 123?
PS 123 has an enrollment of approximately 545 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 123?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 123 is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 123 rank in NY?
PS 123 ranks #2,207 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 123's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 123 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 123?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 123 has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 123 a charter school?
No, PS 123 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 123 a Title I school?
No, PS 123 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 123?
86.4% of students at PS 123 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
- 545
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.8%
- Phone
- (718) 529-4300
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27- District Enrollment
- 41,663
- Schools in District
- 63
- District Rank
- #19 of 63
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