Excellent
#251 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 5% in state
PS 196 Grand Central Parkway
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
71-25 113TH ST, Forest Hills, NY 11375
Enrollment
794
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
794
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#251 of 4,742
In Forest Hills
#1 of 10
public schools
In district
#2 of 50
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
Academic performance
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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PS 196 Grand Central Parkway
Elementary School in Forest Hills · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 196 Grand Central Parkway
PS 196 Grand Central Parkway is a public elementary school in Forest Hills, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28. PS 196 Grand Central Parkway serves approximately 794 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 196 Grand Central Parkway has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #251 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 196 Grand Central Parkway show 91% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 6.5
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 196 Grand Central Parkway — Students at PS 196 Grand Central Parkway score 95% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
23.2%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 9.2/10.
How PS 196 Grand Central Parkway Compares
See how PS 196 Grand Central Parkway performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
71-25 113TH ST, Forest Hills, NY 11375
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 196 Grand Central Parkway may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ACADEMY FOR EXCELLENCE THROUGH THE ARTS (THE) (rated 8.5/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is PS 101 SCHOOL IN THE GARDENS (rated 8.3/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS 144 COL JEROMUS REMSEN (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Forest Hills, see our Forest Hills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11375 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,319
Median Home Value
$572,800
Median Rent
$2,126/mo
Population
75,320
College Educated
60.6%
Homeownership
51.8%
Avg Commute
45.2 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
44.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 196 Grand Central Parkway
What grades does PS 196 Grand Central Parkway serve?
PS 196 Grand Central Parkway serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 196 Grand Central Parkway?
PS 196 Grand Central Parkway has an enrollment of approximately 794 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 196 Grand Central Parkway?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 196 Grand Central Parkway is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 196 Grand Central Parkway rank in NY?
PS 196 Grand Central Parkway ranks #251 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 196 Grand Central Parkway's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 196 Grand Central Parkway has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 196 Grand Central Parkway?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 196 Grand Central Parkway has 91% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 196 Grand Central Parkway a charter school?
No, PS 196 Grand Central Parkway is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 196 Grand Central Parkway a Title I school?
No, PS 196 Grand Central Parkway is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 196 Grand Central Parkway?
23.2% of students at PS 196 Grand Central Parkway 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
- 794
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 23.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.7%
- Phone
- (718) 263-9770
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28- District Enrollment
- 38,052
- Schools in District
- 50
- District Rank
- #2 of 50
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