Below Average
#3634 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 124 Osmond a Church
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
129-15 150TH AVE, South Ozone Park, NY 11420
Enrollment
1,030
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
1,030
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,634 of 4,742
In South Ozone Park
#9 of 11
public schools
In district
#40 of 63
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
Equity
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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PS 124 Osmond a Church
Elementary School in South Ozone Park · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 124 Osmond a Church
PS 124 Osmond a Church is a public elementary school in South Ozone Park, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27. PS 124 Osmond a Church serves approximately 1,030 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 124 Osmond a Church has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,634 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 124 Osmond a Church show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at PS 124 Osmond a Church 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 124 Osmond a Church — Students at PS 124 Osmond a Church score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 38 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: 4.5/10.
How PS 124 Osmond a Church Compares
See how PS 124 Osmond a Church performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
129-15 150TH AVE, South Ozone Park, NY 11420
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 124 Osmond a Church may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 121 (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 155 (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 96 (rated 7.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in South Ozone Park, see our South Ozone Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AL-IHSAN ACADEMY South Ozone Park | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 96 South Ozone Park | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| JHS 226 VIRGIL I GRISSON South Ozone Park | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| HAWTREE CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL South Ozone Park | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| EPIC HIGH SCHOOL-SOUTH South Ozone Park | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| PS 155 South Ozone Park | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-SOUTH JAMAICA Jamaica | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| PS 100 GLEN MORRIS South Ozone Park | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 121 South Ozone Park | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC ACADEMY South Ozone Park | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| PS 123 South Ozone Park | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| QUEENS TRANSITION CENTER Jamaica | 1.4 mi | 3.6 |
| PS 223 LYNDON B JOHNSON Jamaica | 1.3 mi | 3.6 |
| PS 45 CLARENCE WITHERSPOON South Ozone Park | 1.3 mi | 3.5 |
| PS 146 HOWARD BEACH Howard Beach | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| PS 108 CAPTAIN VINCENT G FOWLER South Ozone Park | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| S.T.A.R. LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Richmond Hill | 1.3 mi | 3.1 |
| PS 160 WALTER FRANCIS BISHOP Jamaica | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| PS 161 ARTHUR ASHE SCHOOL Jamaica | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| JOHN ADAMS HIGH SCHOOL Ozone Park | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11420 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,584
Median Home Value
$673,700
Median Rent
$2,032/mo
Population
50,060
College Educated
21.8%
Homeownership
71.7%
Avg Commute
46 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
41
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BELLAIRE SCHOOL (THE) Queens Village, NY | 4.9 |
| BROOKLYN SCHOLARS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 4.9 |
| MAMARONECK AVENUE SCHOOL Mamaroneck, NY | 4.9 |
| PERU ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Peru, NY | 4.9 |
| PS 63 OLD SOUTH Ozone Park, NY | 4.9 |
| PS 95 SHEILA MENCHER Bronx, NY | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 124 Osmond a Church
What grades does PS 124 Osmond a Church serve?
PS 124 Osmond a Church serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend PS 124 Osmond a Church?
PS 124 Osmond a Church has an enrollment of approximately 1,030 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 124 Osmond a Church?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 124 Osmond a Church is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 124 Osmond a Church rank in NY?
PS 124 Osmond a Church ranks #3,634 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 124 Osmond a Church's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 124 Osmond a Church has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 124 Osmond a Church?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 124 Osmond a Church has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 124 Osmond a Church a charter school?
No, PS 124 Osmond a Church is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 124 Osmond a Church a Title I school?
No, PS 124 Osmond a Church is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 124 Osmond a Church?
81.4% of students at PS 124 Osmond a Church 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,030
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 64
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.5%
- Phone
- (718) 529-2580
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27- District Enrollment
- 41,663
- Schools in District
- 63
- District Rank
- #40 of 63
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