Very Good
#1467 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 31% in state
PS 173 Fresh Meadows
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26
174-10 67TH AVE, Flushing, NY 11365
Enrollment
935
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
935
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,467 of 4,742
In Flushing
#24 of 45
public schools
In district
#22 of 34
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26
Equity
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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PS 173 Fresh Meadows
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About PS 173 Fresh Meadows
PS 173 Fresh Meadows is a public elementary school in Flushing, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26. PS 173 Fresh Meadows serves approximately 935 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 173 Fresh Meadows has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,467 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 173 Fresh Meadows show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% 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 173 Fresh Meadows — Students at PS 173 Fresh Meadows score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.7%
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: 6.8/10.
How PS 173 Fresh Meadows Compares
See how PS 173 Fresh Meadows performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
174-10 67TH AVE, Flushing, NY 11365
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 173 Fresh Meadows may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 163 FLUSHING HEIGHTS (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS/MS 200 MAGNET SCHOOL-GLOBAL STUDI (rated 7.4/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, UNITED NATIONS INTL SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Jamaica), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Flushing, see our Flushing schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 173 Fresh Meadows
What grades does PS 173 Fresh Meadows serve?
PS 173 Fresh Meadows serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 173 Fresh Meadows?
PS 173 Fresh Meadows has an enrollment of approximately 935 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 173 Fresh Meadows?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 173 Fresh Meadows is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 173 Fresh Meadows rank in NY?
PS 173 Fresh Meadows ranks #1,467 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 173 Fresh Meadows's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 173 Fresh Meadows 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 173 Fresh Meadows?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 173 Fresh Meadows has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 173 Fresh Meadows a charter school?
No, PS 173 Fresh Meadows is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 173 Fresh Meadows a Title I school?
No, PS 173 Fresh Meadows is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 173 Fresh Meadows?
65.7% of students at PS 173 Fresh Meadows 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
- 935
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 62
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.0%
- Phone
- (718) 358-2243
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26- District Enrollment
- 29,442
- Schools in District
- 34
- District Rank
- #22 of 34
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