Very Good
#1670 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 35% in state
PS 146 Howard Beach
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
98-01 159TH AVE, Howard Beach, NY 11414
Enrollment
515
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
515
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,670 of 4,742
In Howard Beach
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#14 of 63
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
Academic growth
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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PS 146 Howard Beach
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About PS 146 Howard Beach
PS 146 Howard Beach is a public elementary school in Howard Beach, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27. PS 146 Howard Beach serves approximately 515 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 146 Howard Beach has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,670 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 146 Howard Beach show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at PS 146 Howard Beach 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 Howard Beach — Students at PS 146 Howard Beach score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 39 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 Howard Beach Compares
See how PS 146 Howard Beach performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
98-01 159TH AVE, Howard Beach, NY 11414
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 146 Howard Beach may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DIVINE MERCY CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 6.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Ozone Park), with a comparable rating. Another option is PS 108 CAPTAIN VINCENT G FOWLER (rated 6.1/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby South Ozone Park), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PS 100 GLEN MORRIS (rated 6.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby South Ozone Park), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Howard Beach, see our Howard Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11414 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,209
Median Home Value
$612,800
Median Rent
$1,991/mo
Population
31,090
College Educated
31.3%
Homeownership
76.6%
Avg Commute
43.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
45.1
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| ARONGEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clifton Park, NY | 7.0 |
| ARROWHEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Setauket, NY | 7.0 |
| BOONVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boonville, NY | 7.0 |
| BROOKLYN DREAMS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.0 |
| CHARLOTTE SIDWAY SCHOOL Grand Island, NY | 7.0 |
| COLUMBUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Thornwood, NY | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 146 Howard Beach
What grades does PS 146 Howard Beach serve?
PS 146 Howard Beach serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend PS 146 Howard Beach?
PS 146 Howard Beach has an enrollment of approximately 515 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 146 Howard Beach?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 146 Howard Beach is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 146 Howard Beach rank in NY?
PS 146 Howard Beach ranks #1,670 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 146 Howard Beach's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 146 Howard Beach has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Howard Beach?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 146 Howard Beach has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 146 Howard Beach a charter school?
No, PS 146 Howard Beach is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 146 Howard Beach a Title I school?
No, PS 146 Howard Beach is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 146 Howard Beach?
61.6% of students at PS 146 Howard Beach 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 515
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.3%
- Phone
- (718) 659-3140
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27- District Enrollment
- 41,663
- Schools in District
- 63
- District Rank
- #14 of 63
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