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PS 206 Horace Harding School (the)
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
61-02 98TH ST, Rego Park, NY 11374
Enrollment
539
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
539
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,617 of 4,742
In Rego Park
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#40 of 50
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
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PS 206 Horace Harding School (the)
Elementary School in Rego Park · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 206 Horace Harding School (the)
PS 206 Horace Harding School (the) is a public elementary school in Rego Park, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28. PS 206 Horace Harding School (the) serves approximately 539 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 206 Horace Harding School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,617 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 206 Horace Harding School (the) show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at PS 206 Horace Harding School (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 206 Horace Harding School (the) — Students at PS 206 Horace Harding School (the) score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.7%
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: 6.5/10.
How PS 206 Horace Harding School (the) Compares
See how PS 206 Horace Harding School (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
61-02 98TH ST, Rego Park, NY 11374
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 206 Horace Harding School (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 110 (rated 7.7/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Corona), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 174 WILLIAM SIDNEY MOUNT (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 220 EDWARD MANDEL (rated 6.8/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Forest Hills), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Rego Park, see our Rego Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VALENCE COLLEGE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Rego Park | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| PS 139 REGO PARK Rego Park | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| JOHN F KENNEDY JR SCHOOL Elmhurst | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| PS 13 CLEMENT C MOORE Elmhurst | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| ELM TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Corona | 0.5 mi | 3.4 |
| JHS 157 STEPHEN A HALSEY Rego Park | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| CATHEDRAL PREPARATORY SCHOOL AND SEMINARY Elmhurst | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| IS 61 LEONARDO DA VINCI Corona | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR ARTS AND BUSINESS Corona | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| PS 175 LYNN GROSS DISCOVERY SCHOOL (THE) Rego Park | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 220 EDWARD MANDEL Forest Hills | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| PS 14 FAIRVIEW Corona | 0.6 mi | 3.1 |
| JEWISH INSTITUTE OF QUEENS-ELEMENTARY Elmhurst | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| ST LEO CATHOLIC ACADEMY Corona | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| FOREST HILLS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Forest Hills | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| RESURRECTION ASCENSION CATHOLIC ACADEMY Rego Park | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| CORONA ARTS AND SCIENCES ACADEMY Corona | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 110 Corona | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| PS 174 WILLIAM SIDNEY MOUNT Rego Park | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| CIVIC LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Elmhurst | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11374 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,333
Median Home Value
$484,500
Median Rent
$1,957/mo
Population
46,128
College Educated
50.7%
Homeownership
39.8%
Avg Commute
44.7 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
42.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALBERTUS W BECKER SCHOOL Selkirk, NY | 6.0 |
| BREWERTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Square, NY | 6.0 |
| CHARLES A LINDBERGH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo, NY | 6.0 |
| DRYDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dryden, NY | 6.0 |
| ELM COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL Elmhurst, NY | 6.0 |
| EXPLORATION ELE CS - SCIENCE-TECHNOL Rochester, NY | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 206 Horace Harding School (the)
What grades does PS 206 Horace Harding School (the) serve?
PS 206 Horace Harding School (the) serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 206 Horace Harding School (the)?
PS 206 Horace Harding School (the) has an enrollment of approximately 539 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 206 Horace Harding School (the)?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 206 Horace Harding School (the) is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 206 Horace Harding School (the) rank in NY?
PS 206 Horace Harding School (the) ranks #2,617 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 206 Horace Harding School (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?
PS 206 Horace Harding School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 206 Horace Harding School (the)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 206 Horace Harding School (the) has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 206 Horace Harding School (the) a charter school?
No, PS 206 Horace Harding School (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 206 Horace Harding School (the) a Title I school?
No, PS 206 Horace Harding School (the) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 206 Horace Harding School (the)?
83.7% of students at PS 206 Horace Harding School (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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 539
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.5%
- Phone
- (718) 592-0300
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28- District Enrollment
- 38,052
- Schools in District
- 50
- District Rank
- #40 of 50
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