Very Good
#973 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 21% in state
PS 174 William Sidney Mount
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
65-10 DIETERLE CRESCENT, Rego Park, NY 11374
Enrollment
536
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
536
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#973 of 4,742
In Rego Park
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#14 of 50
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
Academic performance
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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PS 174 William Sidney Mount
Elementary School in Rego Park · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 174 William Sidney Mount
PS 174 William Sidney Mount is a public elementary school in Rego Park, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28. PS 174 William Sidney Mount serves approximately 536 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 174 William Sidney Mount has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #973 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 174 William Sidney Mount show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 174 William Sidney Mount — Students at PS 174 William Sidney Mount score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.7%
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: 8.1/10.
How PS 174 William Sidney Mount Compares
See how PS 174 William Sidney Mount performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
65-10 DIETERLE CRESCENT, Rego Park, NY 11374
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 174 William Sidney Mount may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 144 COL JEROMUS REMSEN (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Forest Hills), with a very similar rating. Another option is PS/IS 87 MIDDLE VILLAGE (rated 7.5/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Middle Village), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS 49 DOROTHY BONAWIT KOLE (rated 6.9/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Middle Village), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Rego Park, see our Rego Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11374 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,333
Median Home Value
$484,500
Median Rent
$1,957/mo
Population
46,128
College Educated
50.7%
Homeownership
39.8%
Avg Commute
44.7 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
42.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 174 William Sidney Mount
What grades does PS 174 William Sidney Mount serve?
PS 174 William Sidney Mount serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend PS 174 William Sidney Mount?
PS 174 William Sidney Mount has an enrollment of approximately 536 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 174 William Sidney Mount?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 174 William Sidney Mount is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 174 William Sidney Mount rank in NY?
PS 174 William Sidney Mount ranks #973 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 174 William Sidney Mount's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 174 William Sidney Mount has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 174 William Sidney Mount?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 174 William Sidney Mount has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 174 William Sidney Mount a charter school?
No, PS 174 William Sidney Mount is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 174 William Sidney Mount a Title I school?
No, PS 174 William Sidney Mount is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 174 William Sidney Mount?
45.7% of students at PS 174 William Sidney Mount 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 536
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.5%
- Phone
- (718) 897-7006
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28- District Enrollment
- 38,052
- Schools in District
- 50
- District Rank
- #14 of 50
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