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#2706 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 146 Ann M Short
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 4
421 E 106TH ST, New York, NY 10029
Enrollment
326
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
326
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,706 of 4,742
In New York
#223 of 346
public schools
In district
#10 of 28
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 4
Academic growth
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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PS 146 Ann M Short
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About PS 146 Ann M Short
PS 146 Ann M Short is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 4. PS 146 Ann M Short serves approximately 326 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 146 Ann M Short has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,706 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 146 Ann M Short show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 4.8
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at PS 146 Ann M Short sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 9.3:1 students to teachers, PS 146 Ann M Short sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
54% of students at PS 146 Ann M Short 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 146 Ann M Short — Students at PS 146 Ann M Short score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.9%
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: 7.4/10.
How PS 146 Ann M Short Compares
See how PS 146 Ann M Short performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
421 E 106TH ST, New York, NY 10029
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 146 Ann M Short may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TAG YOUNG SCHOLARS (rated 8.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 3 (rated 8.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CENTRAL PARK EAST II (rated 5.5/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10029 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$38,308
Median Home Value
$818,100
Median Rent
$1,183/mo
Population
74,848
College Educated
35.7%
Homeownership
7%
Avg Commute
33.3 min
Poverty Rate
30.6%
Median Age
37.8
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| ALEXANDRIA CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Alexandria Bay, NY | 5.9 |
| ARGYLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Argyle, NY | 5.9 |
| CINCINNATUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cincinnatus, NY | 5.9 |
| E A MCALLISTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sherrill, NY | 5.9 |
| FUTURE LEADERS INSTITUTE CHARTER SCHOOL New York, NY | 5.9 |
| GAN YISROEL Brooklyn, NY | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 146 Ann M Short
What grades does PS 146 Ann M Short serve?
PS 146 Ann M Short serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 146 Ann M Short?
PS 146 Ann M Short has an enrollment of approximately 326 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 146 Ann M Short?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 146 Ann M Short is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 146 Ann M Short rank in NY?
PS 146 Ann M Short ranks #2,706 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 146 Ann M Short's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 146 Ann M Short has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 146 Ann M Short?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 146 Ann M Short has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 146 Ann M Short a charter school?
No, PS 146 Ann M Short is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 146 Ann M Short a Title I school?
No, PS 146 Ann M Short is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 146 Ann M Short?
96.9% of students at PS 146 Ann M Short 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
- 326
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.7%
- Phone
- (212) 860-5877
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 4- District Enrollment
- 11,690
- Schools in District
- 29
- District Rank
- #10 of 28
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