Average
#3297 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 148
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30
89-02 32ND AVE, East Elmhurst, NY 11369
Enrollment
653
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
653
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,297 of 4,742
In East Elmhurst
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#42 of 50
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30
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About PS 148
PS 148 is a public elementary school in East Elmhurst, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30. PS 148 serves approximately 653 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 148 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,297 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 148 show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at PS 148 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 148 — Students at PS 148 score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.6%
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: 5.5/10.
How PS 148 Compares
See how PS 148 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
89-02 32ND AVE, East Elmhurst, NY 11369
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 148 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 280 HOME OF THE LIONHEARTS (rated 8.2/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Jackson Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 212 (rated 7.4/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Jackson Heights), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 69 JACKSON HEIGHTS (rated 6.5/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Jackson Heights), which scores notably higher. For more schools in East Elmhurst, see our East Elmhurst schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11369 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,577
Median Home Value
$734,900
Median Rent
$1,983/mo
Population
33,354
College Educated
23.7%
Homeownership
55.4%
Avg Commute
45 min
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Median Age
39.2
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| COTTAGE LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blauvelt, NY | 5.3 |
| COUNCIL ROCK PRIMARY SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 5.3 |
| EAST ROCHESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Rochester, NY | 5.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 148
What grades does PS 148 serve?
PS 148 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 148?
PS 148 has an enrollment of approximately 653 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 148?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 148 is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 148 rank in NY?
PS 148 ranks #3,297 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 148's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 148 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 148?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 148 has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 148 a charter school?
No, PS 148 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 148 a Title I school?
No, PS 148 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 148?
87.6% of students at PS 148 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
- 653
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.7%
- Phone
- (718) 898-8181
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30- District Enrollment
- 37,414
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #42 of 50
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