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PS 143 Louis Armstrong
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24
34-74 113TH ST, Corona, NY 11368
Enrollment
1,458
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
1,458
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,665 of 4,742
In Corona
#14 of 14
public schools
In district
#56 of 56
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24
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PS 143 Louis Armstrong
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About PS 143 Louis Armstrong
PS 143 Louis Armstrong is a public elementary school in Corona, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24. PS 143 Louis Armstrong serves approximately 1,458 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 143 Louis Armstrong has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10 and ranks #4,665 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 143 Louis Armstrong show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 2.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at PS 143 Louis Armstrong 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 143 Louis Armstrong — Students at PS 143 Louis Armstrong score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.8%
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: 2.2/10.
How PS 143 Louis Armstrong Compares
See how PS 143 Louis Armstrong performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
34-74 113TH ST, Corona, NY 11368
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 143 Louis Armstrong may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 280 HOME OF THE LIONHEARTS (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Jackson Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 110 (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HELEN M MARSHALL SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Corona, see our Corona schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HELEN M MARSHALL SCHOOL Corona | 0.2 mi | 7.6 |
| OUR WORLD NEIGHBORHOOD CHARTER SCHOOL 3 Corona | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 419 Flushing | 0.3 mi | 8.1 |
| OUR LADY OF SORROWS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Corona | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| PS 16 NANCY DEBENEDITTIS SCHOOL (THE) Corona | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| PS 28 THOMAS EMANUEL EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER (THE) Corona | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| ST LEO CATHOLIC ACADEMY Corona | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| PIONEER ACADEMY Corona | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| PS 19 MARINO JEANTET Corona | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| PS 92 HARRY T STEWART SR Corona | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| CORONA ARTS AND SCIENCES ACADEMY Corona | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 110 Corona | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| PS 14 FAIRVIEW Corona | 1.0 mi | 3.1 |
| IS 61 LEONARDO DA VINCI Corona | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| ELM TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Corona | 1.1 mi | 3.4 |
| EAST ELMHURST COMMUNITY SCHOOL East Elmhurst | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| PS 127 AEROSPACE SCIENCE MAGNET SCHOOL East Elmhurst | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| PS 280 HOME OF THE LIONHEARTS Jackson Heights | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR ARTS AND BUSINESS Corona | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| PS 149 CHRISTA MCAULIFFE Jackson Heights | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11368 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,798
Median Home Value
$751,700
Median Rent
$1,925/mo
Population
107,060
College Educated
14.4%
Homeownership
22.1%
Avg Commute
44.8 min
Poverty Rate
18.3%
Median Age
35.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| UNION EAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cheektowaga, NY | 2.7 |
| SCHOOL 33-JOHN JAMES AUDUBON Rochester, NY | 2.5 |
| PS 14 FAIRVIEW Corona, NY | 3.1 |
| FAMILY LIFE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL II Bronx, NY | 3.2 |
| SOUTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay Shore, NY | 3.6 |
| BAIS RUCHEL DSATMAR GIRLS SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 143 Louis Armstrong
What grades does PS 143 Louis Armstrong serve?
PS 143 Louis Armstrong serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 143 Louis Armstrong?
PS 143 Louis Armstrong has an enrollment of approximately 1,458 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 143 Louis Armstrong?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 143 Louis Armstrong is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 143 Louis Armstrong rank in NY?
PS 143 Louis Armstrong ranks #4,665 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 143 Louis Armstrong's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 143 Louis Armstrong has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 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 143 Louis Armstrong?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 143 Louis Armstrong has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 143 Louis Armstrong a charter school?
No, PS 143 Louis Armstrong is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 143 Louis Armstrong a Title I school?
No, PS 143 Louis Armstrong is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 143 Louis Armstrong?
92.8% of students at PS 143 Louis Armstrong 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
- 1,458
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 109
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.4%
- Phone
- (718) 429-5700
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24- District Enrollment
- 50,843
- Schools in District
- 57
- District Rank
- #56 of 56
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