Average
#3114 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 136 Roy Wilkins
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29
201-15 115TH AVE, Saint Albans, NY 11412
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,114 of 4,742
In Saint Albans
#2 of 8
public schools
In district
#27 of 46
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29
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PS 136 Roy Wilkins
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About PS 136 Roy Wilkins
PS 136 Roy Wilkins is a public elementary school in Saint Albans, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29. PS 136 Roy Wilkins serves approximately 364 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 136 Roy Wilkins has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,114 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 136 Roy Wilkins show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
51% of students at PS 136 Roy Wilkins 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 136 Roy Wilkins — Students at PS 136 Roy Wilkins 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
90.1%
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: 6.5/10.
How PS 136 Roy Wilkins Compares
See how PS 136 Roy Wilkins performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
201-15 115TH AVE, Saint Albans, NY 11412
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 136 Roy Wilkins may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 132 RALPH BUNCHE (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Springfield Gardens), which scores notably higher. Another option is SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - SPRINGFIELD GARDENS (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Springfield Gardens), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RIVERTON STREET CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Saint Albans, see our Saint Albans schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 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 136 Roy Wilkins
What grades does PS 136 Roy Wilkins serve?
PS 136 Roy Wilkins serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 136 Roy Wilkins?
PS 136 Roy Wilkins has an enrollment of approximately 364 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 136 Roy Wilkins?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 136 Roy Wilkins is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 136 Roy Wilkins rank in NY?
PS 136 Roy Wilkins ranks #3,114 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 136 Roy Wilkins's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 136 Roy Wilkins has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 136 Roy Wilkins?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 136 Roy Wilkins has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 136 Roy Wilkins a charter school?
No, PS 136 Roy Wilkins is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 136 Roy Wilkins a Title I school?
No, PS 136 Roy Wilkins is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 136 Roy Wilkins?
90.1% of students at PS 136 Roy Wilkins 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
- 364
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.5%
- Phone
- (718) 465-2286
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29- District Enrollment
- 23,648
- Schools in District
- 46
- District Rank
- #27 of 46
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