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#4318 of 4,742 schools in NY

PS 360

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29

199-10 112TH AVE, Saint Albans, NY 11412

Enrollment

294

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

3.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,318 of 4,742

In Saint Albans

#8 of 8

public schools

In district

#45 of 46

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29

Equity

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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PS 360

3.8/10

Elementary School in Saint Albans · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.4/10

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5.1/10

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About PS 360

PS 360 is a public elementary school in Saint Albans, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29. PS 360 serves approximately 294 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 360 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #4,318 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for PS 360 show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).

How it compares1.8 pts below district
  • This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.6
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

30% of students at PS 360 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data5
Annual Change-6.72 pts/yr
Data Period2018–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-8.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.2 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
Resources & Environment5.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Chronic Absenteeism30.3%

PS 360 — Students at PS 360 score 49% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

55.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 60.8% (multi-year average, 2018-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 68.2% (multi-year average, 2018-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 16 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2018
Math
74.5%
ELA
74.5%
2019
Math
74.5%
ELA
74.5%
2020*
Math
64.5%
ELA
74.5%
2021*
Math
57.1%
ELA
67.4%
2022
Math
44.7%
ELA
52.7%

* 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: 1.4/10.

How PS 360 Compares

See how PS 360 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.8/10
9th percentile in NY
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
1.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
56%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.3%

Location

199-10 112TH AVE, Saint Albans, NY 11412

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 360 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RIVERTON STREET CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 35 NATHANIEL WOODHULL (rated 6.2/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Hollis), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 136 ROY WILKINS (rated 5.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Saint Albans, see our Saint Albans schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
IS 192 LINDEN (THE) Saint Albans 0.3 mi 5.4
PATHWAYS COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL: A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL Saint Albans 0.3 mi 5.1
PS 136 ROY WILKINS Saint Albans 0.3 mi 5.5
PS 134 HOLLIS Hollis 0.4 mi 5.0
STEPPING STONE OF SOUTHEASTERN QUEEN SCHOOL Cambria Heights 0.4 mi 4.8
PS 118 LORRAINE HANSBERRY Saint Albans 0.5 mi 5.2
BENJAMIN FRANKLIN HS-FIN INFO TECH Cambria Heights 0.6 mi 5.4
MATH/SCIENCE RESEARCH/TECH MAGNET Cambria Heights 0.6 mi 6.5
HEALTH ARTS ROBOTICS AND TECHNOLOGY HIGH SCHOOL Cambria Heights 0.6 mi 6.5
INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONS AT CAMBRIA HEIGHTS Cambria Heights 0.6 mi 8.3
PS 36 SAINT ALBANS SCHOOL Saint Albans 0.9 mi 5.4
RIVERTON STREET CHARTER SCHOOL Saint Albans 1.0 mi 6.4
ACHIEVEMENT FIRST LEGACY CHARTER SCHOOL Saint Albans 1.0 mi 5.4
DBA THE NURTURING CENTER AND ACADEMY Queens Village 0.9 mi 4.9
PS 15 JACKIE ROBINSON Springfield Gardens 1.1 mi 5.3
PS/MS 147 RONALD MCNAIR Cambria Heights 0.9 mi 4.2
PS 35 NATHANIEL WOODHULL Hollis 1.0 mi 6.2
CAMBRIA HEIGHTS ACADEMY Hollis 1.0 mi 8.3
THE WELLSPRING SCHOOLS Hollis 1.0 mi 6.3
BELLAIRE SCHOOL (THE) Queens Village 1.3 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11412 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,418

Median Home Value

$633,800

Median Rent

$1,630/mo

Population

41,350

College Educated

25.2%

Homeownership

74.3%

Avg Commute

47.5 min

Poverty Rate

9.6%

Median Age

40.4

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
AVON PRIMARY SCHOOL Avon, NY 3.8
BRONX LITTLE SCHOOL Bronx, NY 3.8
CARTHAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Carthage, NY 3.8
CONNETQUOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip Terrace, NY 3.8
CYNTHIA JENKINS SCHOOL Jamaica, NY 3.8
GENESEE STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Auburn, NY 3.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PS 360

What grades does PS 360 serve?

PS 360 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend PS 360?

PS 360 has an enrollment of approximately 294 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 360?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 360 is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 360 rank in NY?

PS 360 ranks #4,318 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is PS 360's MySchoolScout rating?

PS 360 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 360?

Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 360 has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).

Is PS 360 a charter school?

No, PS 360 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 360 a Title I school?

No, PS 360 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 360?

55.8% of students at PS 360 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
75 Very Walkable
Transit Score
68 Good Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
294
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
55.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Queens County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.3%

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