Very Good
#785 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 17% in state
PS 163 Flushing Heights
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25
159-01 59TH AVE, Flushing, NY 11365
Enrollment
754
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
754
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#785 of 4,742
In Flushing
#11 of 45
public schools
In district
#9 of 46
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25
Equity
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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PS 163 Flushing Heights
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About PS 163 Flushing Heights
PS 163 Flushing Heights is a public elementary school in Flushing, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25. PS 163 Flushing Heights serves approximately 754 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 163 Flushing Heights has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #785 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 163 Flushing Heights show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 163 Flushing Heights — Students at PS 163 Flushing Heights score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.2%
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: 8.2/10.
How PS 163 Flushing Heights Compares
See how PS 163 Flushing Heights performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
159-01 59TH AVE, Flushing, NY 11365
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 163 Flushing Heights may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 24 ANDREW JACKSON (rated 8.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 219 PAUL KLAPPER (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS 165 EDITH K BERGTRAUM (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Flushing, see our Flushing schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11365 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,375
Median Home Value
$911,800
Median Rent
$1,869/mo
Population
43,258
College Educated
38.8%
Homeownership
48.1%
Avg Commute
41.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
44
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| CONCORD ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ardsley, NY | 7.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 163 Flushing Heights
What grades does PS 163 Flushing Heights serve?
PS 163 Flushing Heights serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 163 Flushing Heights?
PS 163 Flushing Heights has an enrollment of approximately 754 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 163 Flushing Heights?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 163 Flushing Heights is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 163 Flushing Heights rank in NY?
PS 163 Flushing Heights ranks #785 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 163 Flushing Heights's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 163 Flushing Heights has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 163 Flushing Heights?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 163 Flushing Heights has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 163 Flushing Heights a charter school?
No, PS 163 Flushing Heights is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 163 Flushing Heights a Title I school?
No, PS 163 Flushing Heights is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 163 Flushing Heights?
84.2% of students at PS 163 Flushing Heights 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
- 754
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.2%
- Phone
- (718) 353-2514
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25- District Enrollment
- 34,702
- Schools in District
- 46
- District Rank
- #9 of 46
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