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#2132 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 45% in state
PS 201 Discovery School for Inquiry and Research (the)
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25
65-11 155TH ST, Flushing, NY 11367
Enrollment
369
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
369
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,132 of 4,742
In Flushing
#33 of 45
public schools
In district
#35 of 46
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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PS 201 Discovery School for Inquiry and Research (the)
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About PS 201 Discovery School for Inquiry and Research (the)
PS 201 Discovery School for Inquiry and Research (the) is a public elementary school in Flushing, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25. PS 201 Discovery School for Inquiry and Research (the) serves approximately 369 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 201 Discovery School for Inquiry and Research (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,132 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 201 Discovery School for Inquiry and Research (the) show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 7.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
53% of students at PS 201 Discovery School for Inquiry and Research (the) were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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PS 201 Discovery School for Inquiry and Research (the) — Students at PS 201 Discovery School for Inquiry and Research (the) score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 8.3/10.
How PS 201 Discovery School for Inquiry and Research (the) Compares
See how PS 201 Discovery School for Inquiry and Research (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
65-11 155TH ST, Flushing, NY 11367
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 201 Discovery School for Inquiry and Research (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 163 FLUSHING HEIGHTS (rated 7.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 219 PAUL KLAPPER (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 165 EDITH K BERGTRAUM (rated 7.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Flushing, see our Flushing schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 163 FLUSHING HEIGHTS Flushing | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| TOWNSEND HARRIS HIGH SCHOOL Flushing | 0.4 mi | 9.0 |
| QUEENS COLLEGE SCHOOL FOR MATH SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (THE) Flushing | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| PS 165 EDITH K BERGTRAUM Flushing | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| YESHIVA OF CENTRAL QUEENS Flushing | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| PS/MS 200 MAGNET SCHOOL-GLOBAL STUDI Flushing | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| ROBERT F KENNEDY COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Flushing | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| IS 250 ROBERT F KENNEDY COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL (THE) Flushing | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| JOHN BOWNE HIGH SCHOOL Flushing | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 219 PAUL KLAPPER Flushing | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| PS 154 Flushing | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| SOLOMON SCHECHTER SCHOOL OF QUEENS Flushing | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| PS 255 Flushing | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| QUEENS SCHOOL OF INQUIRY (THE) Flushing | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| MESIVTA YESODEI YESHURUN Flushing | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| MIDRASH L'MAN ACHAI Flushing | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| PHYLLIS L SUSSER SCHOOL FOR EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN I Flushing | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| MESIVTA CHOFETZ CHAIM Flushing | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| SHEVACH HIGH SCHOOL Flushing | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| YESHIVA KETANA OF QUEENS Flushing | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11367 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,804
Median Home Value
$519,800
Median Rent
$1,774/mo
Population
42,210
College Educated
45.7%
Homeownership
47.9%
Avg Commute
44.1 min
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
35.8
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Common questions about PS 201 Discovery School for Inquiry and Research (the)
What grades does PS 201 Discovery School for Inquiry and Research (the) serve?
PS 201 Discovery School for Inquiry and Research (the) serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 201 Discovery School for Inquiry and Research (the)?
PS 201 Discovery School for Inquiry and Research (the) has an enrollment of approximately 369 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 201 Discovery School for Inquiry and Research (the)?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 201 Discovery School for Inquiry and Research (the) is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 201 Discovery School for Inquiry and Research (the) rank in NY?
PS 201 Discovery School for Inquiry and Research (the) ranks #2,132 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 201 Discovery School for Inquiry and Research (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?
PS 201 Discovery School for Inquiry and Research (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 201 Discovery School for Inquiry and Research (the)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 201 Discovery School for Inquiry and Research (the) has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 201 Discovery School for Inquiry and Research (the) a charter school?
No, PS 201 Discovery School for Inquiry and Research (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 201 Discovery School for Inquiry and Research (the) a Title I school?
No, PS 201 Discovery School for Inquiry and Research (the) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 201 Discovery School for Inquiry and Research (the)?
90.2% of students at PS 201 Discovery School for Inquiry and Research (the) 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 369
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.8%
- Phone
- (718) 359-0620
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25- District Enrollment
- 34,702
- Schools in District
- 46
- District Rank
- #35 of 46
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