Very Good
#774 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 16% in state
PS 205 Alexander Graham Bell
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26
75-25 BELL BLVD, Bayside, NY 11361
Enrollment
236
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
236
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#774 of 4,742
In Bayside
#8 of 16
public schools
In district
#14 of 34
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26
Academic performance
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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PS 205 Alexander Graham Bell
Elementary School in Bayside · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
PS 188 Kingsbury
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About PS 205 Alexander Graham Bell
PS 205 Alexander Graham Bell is a public elementary school in Bayside, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26. PS 205 Alexander Graham Bell serves approximately 236 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 205 Alexander Graham Bell has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #774 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 205 Alexander Graham Bell show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 7.2
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 205 Alexander Graham Bell — Students at PS 205 Alexander Graham Bell score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
41.1%
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: 7.5/10.
How PS 205 Alexander Graham Bell Compares
See how PS 205 Alexander Graham Bell performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
75-25 BELL BLVD, Bayside, NY 11361
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 205 Alexander Graham Bell may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 203 OAKLAND GARDENS (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 188 KINGSBURY (rated 8.0/10, 0.2 miles away, in nearby Flushing), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS 46 ALLEY POND (rated 8.0/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bayside, see our Bayside schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 188 KINGSBURY Flushing | 0.2 mi | 8.0 |
| YESHIVA PRIMARY & JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Oakland Gardens | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| PS 46 ALLEY POND Bayside | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| JHS 74 NATHANIEL HAWTHORNE Bayside | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| HOLY MARTYRS ARMENIAN DAY SCHOOL Oakland Gardens | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| BENJAMIN N CARDOZO HIGH SCHOOL Bayside | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| PS 213 CARL ULLMAN SCHOOL (THE) Bayside | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| CIVIC SCHOOL OF BAYSIDE HILLS (THE) Bayside | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| PS 203 OAKLAND GARDENS Bayside | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Queens Village | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| BELLAIRE SCHOOL (THE) Queens Village | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| MARTIN VAN BUREN HIGH SCHOOL Queens Village | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| JEAN NUZZI INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Queens Village | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| ST FRANCIS PREP Fresh Meadows | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| PS 26 RUFUS KING Flushing | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| PS 376 Flushing | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| PS Q4 Flushing | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 162 JOHN GOLDEN Bayside | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| PS 31 BAYSIDE Bayside | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| PS 33 EDWARD M FUNK Queens Village | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11361 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,391
Median Home Value
$900,700
Median Rent
$2,315/mo
Population
30,402
College Educated
48.1%
Homeownership
60.4%
Avg Commute
40.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
42.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BELL TOP SCHOOL Troy, NY | 7.9 |
| CENTRE AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Rockaway, NY | 7.9 |
| COLONIAL SCHOOL Pelham, NY | 7.9 |
| FORT ANN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Ann, NY | 7.9 |
| HEBREW LANGUAGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL 2 Brooklyn, NY | 7.9 |
| IMAGINE ME LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 205 Alexander Graham Bell
What grades does PS 205 Alexander Graham Bell serve?
PS 205 Alexander Graham Bell serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 205 Alexander Graham Bell?
PS 205 Alexander Graham Bell has an enrollment of approximately 236 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 205 Alexander Graham Bell?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 205 Alexander Graham Bell is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 205 Alexander Graham Bell rank in NY?
PS 205 Alexander Graham Bell ranks #774 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 205 Alexander Graham Bell's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 205 Alexander Graham Bell 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 205 Alexander Graham Bell?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 205 Alexander Graham Bell has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 205 Alexander Graham Bell a charter school?
No, PS 205 Alexander Graham Bell is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 205 Alexander Graham Bell a Title I school?
No, PS 205 Alexander Graham Bell is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 205 Alexander Graham Bell?
41.1% of students at PS 205 Alexander Graham Bell 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
- 236
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 41.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.2%
- Phone
- (718) 464-5773
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26- District Enrollment
- 29,442
- Schools in District
- 34
- District Rank
- #14 of 34
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