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PS 133

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26

248-05 86TH AVE, Bellerose, NY 11426

Enrollment

600

Student-Teacher

17.1:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,486 of 4,742

In Bellerose

#3 of 7

public schools

In district

#31 of 34

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26

Equity

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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PS 133

6.1/10

Elementary School in Bellerose · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.3/10

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About PS 133

PS 133 is a public elementary school in Bellerose, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26. PS 133 serves approximately 600 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 133 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,486 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for PS 133 show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 7.2
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at PS 133 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 Progress6.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.21 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+4.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.8 pts
Overall Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+11.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment3.2Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.1:1
Chronic Absenteeism31.3%

PS 133 — Students at PS 133 score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 76.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 70.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 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
98%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
50%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
74%
ELA
73%
2018
Math
78%
ELA
68%
2019
Math
78%
ELA
68%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
72.3%
ELA
75.3%
2022
Math
58.3%
ELA
61.7%

* 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: 6.2/10.

How PS 133 Compares

See how PS 133 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
48th percentile in NY
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

248-05 86TH AVE, Bellerose, NY 11426

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 133 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JAMES J AMBROSE SCHOOL (THE) (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Floral Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is JOHN LEWIS CHILDS SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Floral Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FLORAL PARK-BELLEROSE SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Floral Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bellerose, see our Bellerose schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 191 MAYFLOWER Floral Park 0.5 mi 6.3
PS 993 Floral Park 0.5 mi 3.6
IRWIN ALTMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL 172 Floral Park 0.7 mi 7.0
FLORAL PARK-BELLEROSE SCHOOL Floral Park 0.8 mi 7.4
OUR LADY OF THE SNOWS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Floral Park 1.0 mi 5.7
JAMES J AMBROSE SCHOOL (THE) Floral Park 0.9 mi 8.1
PS 18 WINCHESTER Queens Village 0.8 mi 7.3
JOHN LEWIS CHILDS SCHOOL Floral Park 0.8 mi 8.0
PS/IS 208 Bellerose 1.0 mi 6.1
NEW YORK CITY CHILDREN'S CENTER Bellerose 1.0 mi
PS 23 AT QUEENS CHILDREN CENTER Bellerose 1.0 mi 3.4
QUEENS HIGH SCHOOL OF TEACHING LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES Bellerose 1.0 mi 8.4
PS/IS 266 Bellerose 1.1 mi 5.7
PS 33 EDWARD M FUNK Queens Village 1.0 mi 5.4
PS/IS 295 Queens Village 1.1 mi 6.8
PS 186 CASTLEWOOD Bellerose 1.2 mi 6.5
PS 224 Bellerose 1.2 mi 5.1
OUR LADY OF VICTORY SCHOOL Floral Park 1.0 mi 6.1
FLORAL PARK MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL Floral Park 1.4 mi 8.5
YESHIVA HAR TORAH Bellerose 1.4 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11426 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,591

Median Home Value

$676,100

Median Rent

$2,158/mo

Population

19,638

College Educated

43.8%

Homeownership

70.2%

Avg Commute

39 min

Poverty Rate

7.1%

Median Age

46.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PS 133

What grades does PS 133 serve?

PS 133 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend PS 133?

PS 133 has an enrollment of approximately 600 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 133?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 133 is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 133 rank in NY?

PS 133 ranks #2,486 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is PS 133's MySchoolScout rating?

PS 133 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 133?

Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 133 has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is PS 133 a charter school?

No, PS 133 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 133 a Title I school?

No, PS 133 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 133?

58.7% of students at PS 133 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
83 Very Walkable
Transit Score
60 Good Transit
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
600
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
58.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Queens County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.3%

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