Very Good
#1466 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 31% in state
PS 159
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26
205-01 33RD AVE, Bayside, NY 11361
Enrollment
542
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
542
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,466 of 4,742
In Bayside
#14 of 16
public schools
In district
#21 of 34
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26
Equity
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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PS 159
Elementary School in Bayside · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 159
PS 159 is a public elementary school in Bayside, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26. PS 159 serves approximately 542 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 159 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,466 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 159 show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 7.2
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 159 — Students at PS 159 score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.5%
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: 6.4/10.
How PS 159 Compares
See how PS 159 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
205-01 33RD AVE, Bayside, NY 11361
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 159 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CIRCLE ACADEMY (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Whitestone), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 41 CROCHERON (rated 8.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 130 (rated 7.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bayside, see our Bayside schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BAYSIDE HIGH SCHOOL Bayside | 0.2 mi | 8.2 |
| OUR LADY OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT Bayside | 0.2 mi | 6.2 |
| IS 25 ADRIEN BLOCK Flushing | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| WORLD JOURNALISM PREPARATORY: A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL Flushing | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 130 Bayside | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| CHABAD ACADEMY OF ARTS & SCIENCES Bayside | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| CHABAD OF NORTHEAST QUEENS HEBREW SCHOOL Bayside | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 32 STATE STREET Flushing | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| LUTHERAN SCHOOL OF FLUSHING & BAYSIDE Bayside | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| WILLIAM SPYROPOULOS GREEK-AMERICAN DAY SCHOOL Flushing | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| PS 41 CROCHERON Bayside | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| PS 169 BAY TERRACE Bayside | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| BELL ACADEMY Bayside | 0.9 mi | 8.9 |
| ST KEVIN CATHOLIC ACADEMY Flushing | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Bayside | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| CIRCLE ACADEMY Whitestone | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| MS 158 MARIE CURIE Bayside | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| PS 209 CLEARVIEW GARDENS Whitestone | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| PS 184 FLUSHING MANOR Whitestone | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| PS 31 BAYSIDE Bayside | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11361 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,391
Median Home Value
$900,700
Median Rent
$2,315/mo
Population
30,402
College Educated
48.1%
Homeownership
60.4%
Avg Commute
40.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
42.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ABBEY LANE SCHOOL Levittown, NY | 7.2 |
| ACADEMIC LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 7.2 |
| ACHIEVEMENT FIRST ENDEAVOR CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.2 |
| AKRON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Akron, NY | 7.2 |
| ALDEN TERRACE SCHOOL Valley Stream, NY | 7.2 |
| ALTMAR-PARISH-WILLIAMSTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Parish, NY | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 159
What grades does PS 159 serve?
PS 159 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 159?
PS 159 has an enrollment of approximately 542 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 159?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 159 is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 159 rank in NY?
PS 159 ranks #1,466 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 159's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 159 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 159?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 159 has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 159 a charter school?
No, PS 159 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 159 a Title I school?
No, PS 159 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 159?
56.5% of students at PS 159 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
- 542
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.2%
- Phone
- (718) 423-8553
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26- District Enrollment
- 29,442
- Schools in District
- 34
- District Rank
- #21 of 34
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