Average
#2306 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 49% in state
PS 129 Patricia Larkin
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25
128-02 7TH AVE, College Point, NY 11356
Enrollment
1,142
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
1,142
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,306 of 4,742
In College Point
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#36 of 46
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25
Equity
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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PS 129 Patricia Larkin
Elementary School in College Point · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 129 Patricia Larkin
PS 129 Patricia Larkin is a public elementary school in College Point, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25. PS 129 Patricia Larkin serves approximately 1,142 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 129 Patricia Larkin has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,306 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 129 Patricia Larkin show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 7.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at PS 129 Patricia Larkin 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 129 Patricia Larkin — Students at PS 129 Patricia Larkin score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.5%
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: 6.1/10.
How PS 129 Patricia Larkin Compares
See how PS 129 Patricia Larkin performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
128-02 7TH AVE, College Point, NY 11356
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 129 Patricia Larkin may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 242 LEONARD P STAVISKY EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Flushing), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 79 FRANCIS LEWIS (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Whitestone), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 193 ALFRED J KENNEDY (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Whitestone), which scores notably higher. For more schools in College Point, see our College Point schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COLLEGE POINT COLLABORATIVE College Point | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 29 College Point | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| THE LOWELL SCHOOL Whitestone | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| PROMISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Flushing | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 242 LEONARD P STAVISKY EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL Flushing | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| PS 79 FRANCIS LEWIS Whitestone | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| PS 214 CADWALLADER COLDEN Flushing | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| JHS 185 EDWARD BLEEKER Flushing | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| PS 21 EDWARD HART Flushing | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| QUEENS ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Flushing | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| FLUSHING HIGH SCHOOL Flushing | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| QUEENS HIGH SCHOOL FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES Flushing | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| VERITAS ACADEMY Flushing | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| WOMEN'S ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE Bronx | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| ARCHIMEDES ACAD-MATH SCI TECH Bronx | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| BRONX MATHEMATICS PREPARATORY SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| ST LUKES SCHOOL Whitestone | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| THE WINDSOR SCHOOL Flushing | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 193 ALFRED J KENNEDY Whitestone | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| PRESTON HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11356 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,445
Median Home Value
$893,100
Median Rent
$2,160/mo
Population
26,956
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
49.2%
Avg Commute
44.7 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
39.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GRAND CONCOURSE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 6.3 |
| PS 226 ALFRED DE B MASON Brooklyn, NY | 6.3 |
| PS 50 TALFOURD LAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jamaica, NY | 6.3 |
| PS/MS 194 Bronx, NY | 6.3 |
| WASHINGTON STREET SCHOOL Franklin Square, NY | 6.3 |
| WOODWARD PARKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Farmingdale, NY | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 129 Patricia Larkin
What grades does PS 129 Patricia Larkin serve?
PS 129 Patricia Larkin serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 129 Patricia Larkin?
PS 129 Patricia Larkin has an enrollment of approximately 1,142 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 129 Patricia Larkin?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 129 Patricia Larkin 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 129 Patricia Larkin rank in NY?
PS 129 Patricia Larkin ranks #2,306 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 129 Patricia Larkin's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 129 Patricia Larkin has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 129 Patricia Larkin?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 129 Patricia Larkin has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 129 Patricia Larkin a charter school?
No, PS 129 Patricia Larkin is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 129 Patricia Larkin a Title I school?
No, PS 129 Patricia Larkin is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 129 Patricia Larkin?
83.5% of students at PS 129 Patricia Larkin 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
- 1,142
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 86
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.9%
- Phone
- (718) 353-3150
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25- District Enrollment
- 34,702
- Schools in District
- 46
- District Rank
- #36 of 46
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