Average
#1946 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 41% in state
PS 154
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25
75-02 162ND ST, Flushing, NY 11366
Enrollment
575
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
575
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,946 of 4,742
In Flushing
#29 of 45
public schools
In district
#31 of 46
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25
Equity
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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PS 154
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About PS 154
PS 154 is a public elementary school in Flushing, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25. PS 154 serves approximately 575 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 154 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,946 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 154 show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 7.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at PS 154 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 154 — Students at PS 154 score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.3%
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: 6.6/10.
How PS 154 Compares
See how PS 154 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
75-02 162ND ST, Flushing, NY 11366
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 154 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 165 EDITH K BERGTRAUM (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS/MS 200 MAGNET SCHOOL-GLOBAL STUDI (rated 7.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Fresh Meadows), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Flushing, see our Flushing schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11366 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$117,402
Median Home Value
$950,200
Median Rent
$2,101/mo
Population
12,967
College Educated
52%
Homeownership
68.1%
Avg Commute
46.1 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
42.5
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| BAYVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Islip, NY | 6.7 |
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| CAHILL SCHOOL Saugerties, NY | 6.7 |
| COMMUNITY ROOTS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 6.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 154
What grades does PS 154 serve?
PS 154 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 154?
PS 154 has an enrollment of approximately 575 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 154?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 154 is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 154 rank in NY?
PS 154 ranks #1,946 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 154's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 154 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 154?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 154 has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 154 a charter school?
No, PS 154 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 154 a Title I school?
No, PS 154 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 154?
78.3% of students at PS 154 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
- 575
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.2%
- Phone
- (718) 591-1500
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25- District Enrollment
- 34,702
- Schools in District
- 46
- District Rank
- #31 of 46
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