Below Average
#3748 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 155 William Paca
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 4
319 E 117TH ST, New York, NY 10035
Enrollment
255
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
255
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,748 of 4,742
In New York
#293 of 346
public schools
In district
#18 of 28
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 4
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About PS 155 William Paca
PS 155 William Paca is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 4. PS 155 William Paca serves approximately 255 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 155 William Paca has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,748 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 155 William Paca show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.1:1 students to teachers, PS 155 William Paca sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
80% of students at PS 155 William Paca 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 155 William Paca — Students at PS 155 William Paca score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.4%
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: 5.7/10.
How PS 155 William Paca Compares
See how PS 155 William Paca performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
319 E 117TH ST, New York, NY 10035
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 155 William Paca may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TAG YOUNG SCHOLARS (rated 8.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MOUNT CARMEL-HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PAUL SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10035 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,556
Median Home Value
$663,500
Median Rent
$1,283/mo
Population
39,082
College Educated
30.7%
Homeownership
9.9%
Avg Commute
37.6 min
Poverty Rate
37.2%
Median Age
36.9
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| BIG CROSS STREET SCHOOL Glens Falls, NY | 4.7 |
| D B BUNCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pavilion, NY | 4.7 |
| EMMA C CHASE SCHOOL Wurtsboro, NY | 4.7 |
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| MANHATTAN COUNTRY SCHOOL New York, NY | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 155 William Paca
What grades does PS 155 William Paca serve?
PS 155 William Paca serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 155 William Paca?
PS 155 William Paca has an enrollment of approximately 255 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 155 William Paca?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 155 William Paca is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 155 William Paca rank in NY?
PS 155 William Paca ranks #3,748 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 155 William Paca's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 155 William Paca has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 155 William Paca?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 155 William Paca has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 155 William Paca a charter school?
No, PS 155 William Paca is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 155 William Paca a Title I school?
No, PS 155 William Paca is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 155 William Paca?
98.4% of students at PS 155 William Paca 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
- 255
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 79.6%
- Phone
- (212) 860-5885
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 4- District Enrollment
- 11,690
- Schools in District
- 29
- District Rank
- #18 of 28
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