Below Average
#4105 of 4,742 schools in NY
Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29
218-01 116TH AVE, Cambria Heights, NY 11411
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,105 of 4,742
In Cambria Heights
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#42 of 46
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29
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Elementary School in Cambria Heights · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair
Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair is a public elementary school in Cambria Heights, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29. Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair serves approximately 413 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,105 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair 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/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair — Students at Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 31 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: 4.4/10.
How Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair Compares
See how Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
218-01 116TH AVE, Cambria Heights, NY 11411
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 176 CAMBRIA HEIGHTS (rated 7.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 132 RALPH BUNCHE (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Springfield Gardens), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - SPRINGFIELD GARDENS (rated 7.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Springfield Gardens), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cambria Heights, see our Cambria Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11411 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$118,393
Median Home Value
$621,500
Median Rent
$1,605/mo
Population
20,501
College Educated
35.5%
Homeownership
84.8%
Avg Commute
46 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
46.7
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| CATHERINE M MCNAMARA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwinsville, NY | 4.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair
What grades does Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair serve?
Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair?
Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair has an enrollment of approximately 413 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair?
The student-teacher ratio at Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair rank in NY?
Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair ranks #4,105 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair's MySchoolScout rating?
Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 147 Ronald Mcnair?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair a charter school?
No, Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair a Title I school?
No, Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair?
72.9% of students at Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair 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
- 413
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.9%
- Phone
- (718) 528-2420
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29- District Enrollment
- 23,648
- Schools in District
- 46
- District Rank
- #42 of 46
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