Excellent
#434 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 9% in state
PS 203 Oakland Gardens
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26
53-11 SPRNGFLD BLVD, Bayside, NY 11364
Enrollment
813
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
813
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#434 of 4,742
In Bayside
#4 of 16
public schools
In district
#5 of 34
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26
Academic performance
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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PS 203 Oakland Gardens
Elementary School in Bayside · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 203 Oakland Gardens
PS 203 Oakland Gardens is a public elementary school in Bayside, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26. PS 203 Oakland Gardens serves approximately 813 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 203 Oakland Gardens has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #434 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 203 Oakland Gardens show 92% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 7.2
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 203 Oakland Gardens — Students at PS 203 Oakland Gardens score 88% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
41.8%
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: 8.4/10.
How PS 203 Oakland Gardens Compares
See how PS 203 Oakland Gardens 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
53-11 SPRNGFLD BLVD, Bayside, NY 11364
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 203 Oakland Gardens may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 41 CROCHERON (rated 8.3/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is PS 46 ALLEY POND (rated 8.0/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PS 376 (rated 8.0/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Flushing), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bayside, see our Bayside schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BENJAMIN N CARDOZO HIGH SCHOOL Bayside | 0.2 mi | 7.7 |
| CIVIC SCHOOL OF BAYSIDE HILLS (THE) Bayside | 0.4 mi | 7.8 |
| PS 46 ALLEY POND Bayside | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| PS 31 BAYSIDE Bayside | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| HOLY MARTYRS ARMENIAN DAY SCHOOL Oakland Gardens | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| PS 376 Flushing | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| JHS 74 NATHANIEL HAWTHORNE Bayside | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| MS 158 MARIE CURIE Bayside | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| PS 213 CARL ULLMAN SCHOOL (THE) Bayside | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Bayside | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| PS 205 ALEXANDER GRAHAM BELL Bayside | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| PS 162 JOHN GOLDEN Bayside | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| PS 188 KINGSBURY Flushing | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| PS 98 DOUGLASTON SCHOOL (THE) Douglaston | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| LUTHERAN SCHOOL OF FLUSHING & BAYSIDE Bayside | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| ST FRANCIS PREP Fresh Meadows | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| PS 41 CROCHERON Bayside | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| YESHIVA PRIMARY & JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Oakland Gardens | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| PS Q4 Flushing | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| DIVINE WISDOM CATHOLIC ACADEMY Douglaston | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11364 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,222
Median Home Value
$770,100
Median Rent
$2,330/mo
Population
36,417
College Educated
48.7%
Homeownership
70.6%
Avg Commute
43.9 min
Poverty Rate
7%
Median Age
46.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CENTRAL BROOKLYN ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 8.3 |
| CENTRAL QUEENS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Elmhurst, NY | 8.3 |
| PS 101 SCHOOL IN THE GARDENS Forest Hills, NY | 8.3 |
| PS 101 VERRAZANO (THE) Brooklyn, NY | 8.3 |
| PS 171 PATRICK HENRY New York, NY | 8.3 |
| PS 3 MARGARET GIOIOSA SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island, NY | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 203 Oakland Gardens
What grades does PS 203 Oakland Gardens serve?
PS 203 Oakland Gardens serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 203 Oakland Gardens?
PS 203 Oakland Gardens has an enrollment of approximately 813 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 203 Oakland Gardens?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 203 Oakland Gardens is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 203 Oakland Gardens rank in NY?
PS 203 Oakland Gardens ranks #434 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 203 Oakland Gardens's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 203 Oakland Gardens has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 203 Oakland Gardens?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 203 Oakland Gardens has 92% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 203 Oakland Gardens a charter school?
No, PS 203 Oakland Gardens is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 203 Oakland Gardens a Title I school?
No, PS 203 Oakland Gardens is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 203 Oakland Gardens?
41.8% of students at PS 203 Oakland Gardens 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
- 813
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 41.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.4%
- Phone
- (718) 423-8652
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26- District Enrollment
- 29,442
- Schools in District
- 34
- District Rank
- #5 of 34
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