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#3546 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 156 Laurelton
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29
229-02 137TH AVE, Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
Enrollment
166
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
166
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,546 of 4,742
In Springfield Gardens
#14 of 15
public schools
In district
#38 of 46
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29
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PS 156 Laurelton
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About PS 156 Laurelton
PS 156 Laurelton is a public elementary school in Springfield Gardens, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29. PS 156 Laurelton serves approximately 166 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 156 Laurelton has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,546 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 156 Laurelton show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 166 students, PS 156 Laurelton is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
56% of students at PS 156 Laurelton 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 156 Laurelton — Students at PS 156 Laurelton score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.0/10.
How PS 156 Laurelton Compares
See how PS 156 Laurelton performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
229-02 137TH AVE, Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 156 Laurelton may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 38 ROSEDALE (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Rosedale), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 132 RALPH BUNCHE (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - SPRINGFIELD GARDENS (rated 7.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Springfield Gardens, see our Springfield Gardens schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11413 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$114,766
Median Home Value
$631,700
Median Rent
$2,038/mo
Population
45,072
College Educated
29.5%
Homeownership
72.7%
Avg Commute
47.8 min
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Median Age
39.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 156 Laurelton
What grades does PS 156 Laurelton serve?
PS 156 Laurelton serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 156 Laurelton?
PS 156 Laurelton has an enrollment of approximately 166 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 156 Laurelton?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 156 Laurelton is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 156 Laurelton rank in NY?
PS 156 Laurelton ranks #3,546 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 156 Laurelton's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 156 Laurelton has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 156 Laurelton?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 156 Laurelton has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 156 Laurelton a charter school?
No, PS 156 Laurelton is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 156 Laurelton a Title I school?
No, PS 156 Laurelton is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 156 Laurelton?
81.3% of students at PS 156 Laurelton 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
- 166
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.0%
- Phone
- (718) 528-9173
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29- District Enrollment
- 23,648
- Schools in District
- 46
- District Rank
- #38 of 46
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