Serving 764 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 153 Maspeth Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 764 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 153 Maspeth Elementary School's student population of 764 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
764 students
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
P.s. 153 Maspeth Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 153 Maspeth Elementary School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1627 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
10%
Hispanic
46%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
39%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 153 Maspeth Elementary School's ranking?
P.s. 153 Maspeth Elementary School is ranked #1627 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 153 Maspeth Elementary School often compared to?
P.s. 153 Maspeth Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 58 School Of Heroes, Ace Academy For Scholars At The Geraldine Ferraro Campus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 153 Maspeth Elementary School?
764 students attend P.s. 153 Maspeth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of P.s. 153 Maspeth Elementary School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 153 Maspeth Elementary School?
P.s. 153 Maspeth Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 153 Maspeth Elementary School offer ?
P.s. 153 Maspeth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 153 Maspeth Elementary School part of?
P.s. 153 Maspeth Elementary School is part of New York City Geographic District #24.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 153 Maspeth Elementary School located?
P.s. 153 Maspeth Elementary School is located in the Flushing neighborhood of Maspeth, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Flushing.
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