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#2489 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 139 Rego Park
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
93-06 63RD DR, Rego Park, NY 11374
Enrollment
577
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
577
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,489 of 4,742
In Rego Park
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#36 of 50
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
Equity
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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PS 139 Rego Park
Elementary School in Rego Park · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 139 Rego Park
PS 139 Rego Park is a public elementary school in Rego Park, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28. PS 139 Rego Park serves approximately 577 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 139 Rego Park has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,489 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 139 Rego Park show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at PS 139 Rego Park 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 139 Rego Park — Students at PS 139 Rego Park score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.1%
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: 5.7/10.
How PS 139 Rego Park Compares
See how PS 139 Rego Park performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
93-06 63RD DR, Rego Park, NY 11374
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 139 Rego Park may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CENTRAL QUEENS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Elmhurst), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 174 WILLIAM SIDNEY MOUNT (rated 7.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 102 BAYVIEW (rated 7.3/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Elmhurst), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rego Park, see our Rego Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11374 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,333
Median Home Value
$484,500
Median Rent
$1,957/mo
Population
46,128
College Educated
50.7%
Homeownership
39.8%
Avg Commute
44.7 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
42.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 139 Rego Park
What grades does PS 139 Rego Park serve?
PS 139 Rego Park serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend PS 139 Rego Park?
PS 139 Rego Park has an enrollment of approximately 577 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 139 Rego Park?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 139 Rego Park is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 139 Rego Park rank in NY?
PS 139 Rego Park ranks #2,489 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 139 Rego Park's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 139 Rego Park 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 139 Rego Park?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 139 Rego Park has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 139 Rego Park a charter school?
No, PS 139 Rego Park is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 139 Rego Park a Title I school?
No, PS 139 Rego Park is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 139 Rego Park?
71.1% of students at PS 139 Rego Park 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 577
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.3%
- Phone
- (718) 459-1044
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28- District Enrollment
- 38,052
- Schools in District
- 50
- District Rank
- #36 of 50
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