Average
#3472 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 232 Lindenwood
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
153-23 83RD ST, Howard Beach, NY 11414
Enrollment
820
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
820
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,472 of 4,742
In Howard Beach
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#37 of 63
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
Equity
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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PS 232 Lindenwood
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About PS 232 Lindenwood
PS 232 Lindenwood is a public elementary school in Howard Beach, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27. PS 232 Lindenwood serves approximately 820 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 232 Lindenwood has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,472 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 232 Lindenwood show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at PS 232 Lindenwood 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 232 Lindenwood — Students at PS 232 Lindenwood score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 40 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: 4.5/10.
How PS 232 Lindenwood Compares
See how PS 232 Lindenwood performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
153-23 83RD ST, Howard Beach, NY 11414
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 232 Lindenwood may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CYPRESS HILLS ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Brooklyn), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 146 HOWARD BEACH (rated 7.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 159 ISAAC PITKIN (rated 6.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Brooklyn), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Howard Beach, see our Howard Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11414 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,209
Median Home Value
$612,800
Median Rent
$1,991/mo
Population
31,090
College Educated
31.3%
Homeownership
76.6%
Avg Commute
43.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
45.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 232 Lindenwood
What grades does PS 232 Lindenwood serve?
PS 232 Lindenwood serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend PS 232 Lindenwood?
PS 232 Lindenwood has an enrollment of approximately 820 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 232 Lindenwood?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 232 Lindenwood is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 232 Lindenwood rank in NY?
PS 232 Lindenwood ranks #3,472 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 232 Lindenwood's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 232 Lindenwood has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 232 Lindenwood?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 232 Lindenwood has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 232 Lindenwood a charter school?
No, PS 232 Lindenwood is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 232 Lindenwood a Title I school?
No, PS 232 Lindenwood is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 232 Lindenwood?
69.6% of students at PS 232 Lindenwood 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 820
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 57
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.4%
- Phone
- (718) 848-9247
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27- District Enrollment
- 41,663
- Schools in District
- 63
- District Rank
- #37 of 63
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