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#1944 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 41% in state
PS 162 John Golden
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26
201-02 53RD AVE, Bayside, NY 11361
Enrollment
481
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
481
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,944 of 4,742
In Bayside
#15 of 16
public schools
In district
#26 of 34
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26
Equity
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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PS 162 John Golden
Elementary School in Bayside · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 162 John Golden
PS 162 John Golden is a public elementary school in Bayside, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26. PS 162 John Golden serves approximately 481 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 162 John Golden has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,944 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 162 John Golden show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 162 John Golden — Students at PS 162 John Golden score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.7%
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: 5.4/10.
How PS 162 John Golden Compares
See how PS 162 John Golden performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
201-02 53RD AVE, Bayside, NY 11361
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 162 John Golden may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 203 OAKLAND GARDENS (rated 8.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 376 (rated 8.0/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Flushing), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 46 ALLEY POND (rated 8.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bayside, see our Bayside schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST FRANCIS PREP Fresh Meadows | 0.4 mi | 4.8 |
| PS Q4 Flushing | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| MS 158 MARIE CURIE Bayside | 0.6 mi | 8.4 |
| PS 376 Flushing | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| HOLY MARTYRS ARMENIAN DAY SCHOOL Oakland Gardens | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| JHS 74 NATHANIEL HAWTHORNE Bayside | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| ST KEVIN CATHOLIC ACADEMY Flushing | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 31 BAYSIDE Bayside | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| CIVIC SCHOOL OF BAYSIDE HILLS (THE) Bayside | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| WILLIAM SPYROPOULOS GREEK-AMERICAN DAY SCHOOL Flushing | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| PS 177 Flushing | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| PS 26 RUFUS KING Flushing | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| PS 130 Bayside | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| PS 203 OAKLAND GARDENS Bayside | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| FRANCIS LEWIS HIGH SCHOOL Fresh Meadows | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| PS 46 ALLEY POND Bayside | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| LUTHERAN SCHOOL OF FLUSHING & BAYSIDE Bayside | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| OUR LADY OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT Bayside | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| JEWISH INSTITUTE OF QUEENS-BOYS HIGH SCHOOL Fresh Meadows | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| BENJAMIN N CARDOZO HIGH SCHOOL Bayside | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
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 |
|---|---|
| BAYVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Islip, NY | 6.7 |
| BENJAMIN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Yorktown Heights, NY | 6.7 |
| CAHILL SCHOOL Saugerties, NY | 6.7 |
| CHILDREN'S WORKSHOP SCHOOL (THE) New York, NY | 6.7 |
| COMMUNITY ROOTS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 6.7 |
| DIVINE WISDOM CATHOLIC ACADEMY Douglaston, NY | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 162 John Golden
What grades does PS 162 John Golden serve?
PS 162 John Golden serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 162 John Golden?
PS 162 John Golden has an enrollment of approximately 481 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 162 John Golden?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 162 John Golden is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 162 John Golden rank in NY?
PS 162 John Golden ranks #1,944 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 162 John Golden's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 162 John Golden 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 162 John Golden?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 162 John Golden has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 162 John Golden a charter school?
No, PS 162 John Golden is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 162 John Golden a Title I school?
No, PS 162 John Golden is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 162 John Golden?
70.7% of students at PS 162 John Golden qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 481
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.1%
- Phone
- (718) 423-8621
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26- District Enrollment
- 29,442
- Schools in District
- 34
- District Rank
- #26 of 34
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