Below Average
#3702 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 161 Arthur Ashe School
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
101-33 124TH ST, Jamaica, NY 11419
Enrollment
566
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
566
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,702 of 4,742
In Jamaica
#40 of 48
public schools
In district
#47 of 50
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
Equity
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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PS 161 Arthur Ashe School
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About PS 161 Arthur Ashe School
PS 161 Arthur Ashe School is a public elementary school in Jamaica, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28. PS 161 Arthur Ashe School serves approximately 566 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 161 Arthur Ashe School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,702 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 161 Arthur Ashe School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 6.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
48% of students at PS 161 Arthur Ashe School 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 161 Arthur Ashe School — Students at PS 161 Arthur Ashe School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.6%
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: 4.5/10.
How PS 161 Arthur Ashe School Compares
See how PS 161 Arthur Ashe School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
101-33 124TH ST, Jamaica, NY 11419
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 161 Arthur Ashe School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 121 (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby South Ozone Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 155 (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby South Ozone Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, YESHIVAT OHR HAIIM (rated 7.0/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Richmond Hill), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jamaica, see our Jamaica schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 55 MAURE Richmond Hill | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| EPIC HIGH SCHOOL - NORTH South Richmond Hill | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| PS 121 South Ozone Park | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| PS 100 GLEN MORRIS South Ozone Park | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC ACADEMY South Ozone Park | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| AL-IMAN SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| PS 54 HILLSIDE Richmond Hill | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| PS 51 Richmond Hill | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| RICHMOND HILL HIGH SCHOOL Richmond Hill | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| TIEGERMAN HIGH SCHOOL Richmond Hill | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| PS 62 CHESTER PARK SCHOOL South Richmond Hill | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 50 TALFOURD LAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| PS 108 CAPTAIN VINCENT G FOWLER South Ozone Park | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| YESHIVAT OHR HAIIM Richmond Hill | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| PS 155 South Ozone Park | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| JHS 226 VIRGIL I GRISSON South Ozone Park | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| HAWTREE CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL South Ozone Park | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| EPIC HIGH SCHOOL-SOUTH South Ozone Park | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| PS 82 HAMMOND Jamaica | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| TIEFERES TORAH INSTITUTE Kew Gardens | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11419 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,231
Median Home Value
$678,800
Median Rent
$1,920/mo
Population
46,938
College Educated
20.7%
Homeownership
61.9%
Avg Commute
45.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
42.2
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS Bronx, NY | 4.8 |
| CHENANGO BRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Binghamton, NY | 4.8 |
| DUNKIRK INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Dunkirk, NY | 4.8 |
| ELM STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Waverly, NY | 4.8 |
| GEORGE L COOKE SCHOOL Monticello, NY | 4.8 |
| HARRIET ROSS TUBMAN ACADEMY Buffalo, NY | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 161 Arthur Ashe School
What grades does PS 161 Arthur Ashe School serve?
PS 161 Arthur Ashe School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 161 Arthur Ashe School?
PS 161 Arthur Ashe School has an enrollment of approximately 566 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 161 Arthur Ashe School?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 161 Arthur Ashe School is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 161 Arthur Ashe School rank in NY?
PS 161 Arthur Ashe School ranks #3,702 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 161 Arthur Ashe School's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 161 Arthur Ashe School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 161 Arthur Ashe School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 161 Arthur Ashe School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 161 Arthur Ashe School a charter school?
No, PS 161 Arthur Ashe School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 161 Arthur Ashe School a Title I school?
No, PS 161 Arthur Ashe School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 161 Arthur Ashe School?
83.6% of students at PS 161 Arthur Ashe School 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
- 566
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.2%
- Phone
- (718) 441-5493
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28- District Enrollment
- 38,052
- Schools in District
- 50
- District Rank
- #47 of 50
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