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#787 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 17% in state

PS 193 Alfred J Kennedy

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25

152-20 11TH AVE, Whitestone, NY 11357

Enrollment

556

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#787 of 4,742

In Whitestone

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#11 of 46

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25

Academic growth

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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PS 193 Alfred J Kennedy

7.9/10

Elementary School in Whitestone · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

St Lukes School

6.1/10

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7.1/10

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About PS 193 Alfred J Kennedy

PS 193 Alfred J Kennedy is a public elementary school in Whitestone, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25. PS 193 Alfred J Kennedy serves approximately 556 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 193 Alfred J Kennedy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #787 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for PS 193 Alfred J Kennedy show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.3
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.15 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency77% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency68.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+23.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.2 pts
Overall Proficiency73% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+18.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
Resources & Environment4.7Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.9:1
Chronic Absenteeism24.3%

PS 193 Alfred J Kennedy — Students at PS 193 Alfred J Kennedy score 73% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

43.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 73.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 66.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
93%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
64%
ELA
56%
2016
Math
71%
ELA
63%
2017
Math
78%
ELA
66%
2018
Math
83%
ELA
65%
2019
Math
83%
ELA
65%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
72%
ELA
76.8%
2022
Math
77%
ELA
68.1%

* 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: 8.8/10.

How PS 193 Alfred J Kennedy Compares

See how PS 193 Alfred J Kennedy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.9/10
83th percentile in NY
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
4.7/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
44%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.3%

Location

152-20 11TH AVE, Whitestone, NY 11357

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 193 Alfred J Kennedy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CIRCLE ACADEMY (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 79 FRANCIS LEWIS (rated 8.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PS 22 THOMAS JEFFERSON (rated 8.0/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Flushing), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Whitestone, see our Whitestone schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
ST LUKES SCHOOL Whitestone 0.5 mi 6.1
JHS 194 WILLIAM CARR Whitestone 0.6 mi 7.1
PS 79 FRANCIS LEWIS Whitestone 0.6 mi 8.3
PS 209 CLEARVIEW GARDENS Whitestone 0.9 mi 7.8
PS 184 FLUSHING MANOR Whitestone 1.1 mi 7.6
CIRCLE ACADEMY Whitestone 1.0 mi 8.5
ST MEL CATHOLIC ACADEMY Flushing 1.3 mi 6.1
JHS 185 EDWARD BLEEKER Flushing 1.3 mi 8.1
PS 21 EDWARD HART Flushing 1.3 mi 6.5
THE LOWELL SCHOOL Whitestone 1.3 mi 7.6
PRESTON HIGH SCHOOL Bronx 1.6 mi 6.5
ST FRANCES DE CHANTAL SCHOOL Bronx 1.7 mi 5.5
THE LEARNING TREE STEM-ARTS SCHOOL Flushing 1.8 mi 5.9
ST ANDREW AVELLINO CATHOLIC ACADEMY Flushing 1.9 mi 5.0
PS 214 CADWALLADER COLDEN Flushing 1.8 mi 7.7
PS 129 PATRICIA LARKIN College Point 1.6 mi 6.3
PS 22 THOMAS JEFFERSON Flushing 2.1 mi 8.0
FLUSHING CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Flushing 2.1 mi 7.5
PS 32 STATE STREET Flushing 2.0 mi 7.3
SHIELD INSTITUTE OF FLUSHING Flushing 2.1 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11357 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$97,754

Median Home Value

$920,200

Median Rent

$2,228/mo

Population

42,341

College Educated

37.9%

Homeownership

76.3%

Avg Commute

36.7 min

Poverty Rate

9.1%

Median Age

48.4

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ACE ACADEMY FOR SCHOLARS AT THE GERALDINE FERRARO CAMPUS Ridgewood, NY 7.9
ACTIVE LEARNING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (THE) Flushing, NY 7.9
BANK STREET SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN New York, NY 7.9
BROOKSIDE SCHOOL Ossining, NY 7.9
CALEDONIA-MUMFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Caledonia, NY 7.9
DANIEL WEBSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Rochelle, NY 7.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PS 193 Alfred J Kennedy

What grades does PS 193 Alfred J Kennedy serve?

PS 193 Alfred J Kennedy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend PS 193 Alfred J Kennedy?

PS 193 Alfred J Kennedy has an enrollment of approximately 556 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 193 Alfred J Kennedy?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 193 Alfred J Kennedy is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 193 Alfred J Kennedy rank in NY?

PS 193 Alfred J Kennedy ranks #787 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is PS 193 Alfred J Kennedy's MySchoolScout rating?

PS 193 Alfred J Kennedy 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 193 Alfred J Kennedy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 193 Alfred J Kennedy has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is PS 193 Alfred J Kennedy a charter school?

No, PS 193 Alfred J Kennedy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 193 Alfred J Kennedy a Title I school?

No, PS 193 Alfred J Kennedy is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 193 Alfred J Kennedy?

43.5% of students at PS 193 Alfred J Kennedy 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
87 Very Walkable
Transit Score
53 Good Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
556
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
43.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Queens County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.3%

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