Summary:
PS 123 is an elementary school located in South Ozone Park, New York, serving grades PK-5 with a total enrollment of 522 students. The school is part of the New York City Geographic District #27, which is ranked 582 out of 865 districts in New York and has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger.
PS 123 has consistently improved its academic performance, moving from the bottom quartile in 2015-2016 to the top quartile in 2023-2024, where it ranked 658 out of 2,445 New York elementary schools. The school's performance on state assessments is notably higher than the district and state averages across multiple grade levels and subjects, with 57.81% of 3rd graders, 58.33% of 4th graders, and 48.28% of 5th graders proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to the district's 44.09% and the state's 42.6%. In mathematics, PS 123 had 68.12% of 3rd graders, 73.61% of 4th graders, and 72.13% of 5th graders proficient or better, significantly outperforming the district and state averages.
While PS 123 outperforms the district and state averages, its nearby counterparts, such as PS 45 Clarence Witherspoon and PS 96, also demonstrate strong academic performance, particularly in mathematics. However, PS 123 consistently ranks higher than these nearby schools in the statewide rankings, indicating its ability to provide a more well-rounded and effective educational experience. Additionally, PS 123 serves a high-needs population, with over 80% of its students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, yet the school has been able to achieve strong academic outcomes, suggesting its ability to overcome socioeconomic challenges.
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Detail:
Public PK, KG-5
District:
New York City Geographic District #27
SchoolDigger Rank:
658th of 2,445 New York Elementary Schools
Per Pupil Expenditures: $20,323
Students who attend Ps 123 usually attend:
Student/teacher ratio: 16.1
Number of students: 545
Racial breakdown:
African American:
53.2%
Hispanic:
16.7%
Asian:
14.3%
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American Indian:
8.1%
White:
3.3%
Two or more races:
2.9%
Pacific Islander:
1.5%
Free/discounted lunch recipients: 86.4%
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