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#4160 of 4,742 schools in NY

Ps/ms 138 Sunrise

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29

251-11 WELLER AVE, Rosedale, NY 11422

Enrollment

626

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

4.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,160 of 4,742

In Rosedale

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#43 of 46

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29

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Ps/ms 138 Sunrise

4.1/10

Elementary School in Rosedale · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Ps/ms 138 Sunrise

Ps/ms 138 Sunrise is a public elementary school in Rosedale, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29. Ps/ms 138 Sunrise serves approximately 626 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Ps/ms 138 Sunrise has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,160 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Ps/ms 138 Sunrise show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 4.1 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

52% of students at Ps/ms 138 Sunrise 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 Progress5.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.64 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.1Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency13.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-40.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-32.8 pts
Overall Proficiency21% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-20.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile13th
Resources & Environment2.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Chronic Absenteeism52.4%

Ps/ms 138 Sunrise — Students at Ps/ms 138 Sunrise score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

80.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 21.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
40.8% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 32.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.1% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 40 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
77%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
41%
ELA
31%
2011
Math
40%
ELA
38%
2012
Math
11%
ELA
15%
2013
Math
16%
ELA
13%
2014
Math
13%
ELA
14%
2015
Math
9%
ELA
24%
2016
Math
11%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
16%
ELA
34%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
33%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
33%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
18.4%
ELA
38.4%
2022
Math
13.3%
ELA
28.1%

* 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: 5.2/10.

How Ps/ms 138 Sunrise Compares

See how Ps/ms 138 Sunrise performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.1/10
12th percentile in NY
Academic
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
2.8/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
80%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
52.4%

Location

251-11 WELLER AVE, Rosedale, NY 11422

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ps/ms 138 Sunrise may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 38 ROSEDALE (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OGDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Valley Stream), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CLEARSTREAM AVENUE SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Valley Stream), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rosedale, see our Rosedale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Rosedale 0.3 mi
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - ROSEDALE Rosedale 0.3 mi 6.9
PS 195 WILLIAM HABERLE Rosedale 0.5 mi 4.5
ST CLARE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Rosedale 0.6 mi 5.2
PS 38 ROSEDALE Rosedale 0.8 mi 8.1
QUEENS UNITED MIDDLE SCHOOL Springfield Gardens 1.0 mi 7.9
PS 156 LAURELTON Springfield Gardens 1.0 mi 5.0
GORDON PARKS SCHOOL (THE) Rosedale 1.1 mi 5.3
LINDEN SDA SCHOOL Laurelton 1.0 mi 5.7
PS 181 BROOKFIELD Springfield Gardens 1.0 mi 7.6
OGDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Valley Stream 1.1 mi 8.0
FOREST ROAD SCHOOL Valley Stream 1.0 mi 7.6
CLEARSTREAM AVENUE SCHOOL Valley Stream 1.1 mi 7.7
MIDDLETONS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Laurelton 1.3 mi
IVDU LONG ISLAND Valley Stream 1.2 mi
VALLEY STREAM SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL Valley Stream 1.1 mi 7.8
SHAW AVENUE SCHOOL Valley Stream 1.4 mi 6.4
ROBERT W CARBONARO SCHOOL Valley Stream 1.3 mi 7.7
EXCELSIOR PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Springfield Gardens 1.4 mi 8.2
GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE SCIENCES Springfield Gardens 1.4 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11422 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$108,519

Median Home Value

$629,100

Median Rent

$2,327/mo

Population

33,085

College Educated

33.3%

Homeownership

68.3%

Avg Commute

49.9 min

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Median Age

41.9

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CHARLOTTE AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg, NY 4.1
CHEROKEE STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ronkonkoma, NY 4.1
CHILDREN'S AID COLLEGE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY 4.1
GERALDINE J MANN SCHOOL Niagara Falls, NY 4.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ps/ms 138 Sunrise

What grades does Ps/ms 138 Sunrise serve?

Ps/ms 138 Sunrise serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Ps/ms 138 Sunrise?

Ps/ms 138 Sunrise has an enrollment of approximately 626 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ps/ms 138 Sunrise?

The student-teacher ratio at Ps/ms 138 Sunrise is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ps/ms 138 Sunrise rank in NY?

Ps/ms 138 Sunrise ranks #4,160 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Ps/ms 138 Sunrise's MySchoolScout rating?

Ps/ms 138 Sunrise has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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/ms 138 Sunrise?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ps/ms 138 Sunrise has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Ps/ms 138 Sunrise a charter school?

No, Ps/ms 138 Sunrise is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ps/ms 138 Sunrise a Title I school?

No, Ps/ms 138 Sunrise is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ps/ms 138 Sunrise?

80.4% of students at Ps/ms 138 Sunrise 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
73 Very Walkable
Transit Score
62 Good Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
626
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
80.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Queens County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
52.4%

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