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PS 153 Maspeth Elementary is a public elementary school serving 847 students in grades PK-6 in Maspeth, New York, which is part of the New York City Geographic District #24. This school stands out for its consistently strong academic performance, diverse student population, and focus on serving students from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Academically, PS 153 Maspeth Elementary outperforms both the district and the state in English Language Arts and Math proficiency across all grade levels. For example, in the 2022-2023 school year, the school's 3rd grade ELA proficiency rate was 56.52%, compared to 41.14% for the district and 44.89% for the state. Similarly, the school's 3rd grade Math proficiency rate was 66.94%, compared to 46.95% for the district and 53.68% for the state. This strong academic performance is reflected in the school's statewide ranking, which has ranged from 359 out of 2,201 elementary schools in 2020-2021 to 852 out of 2,439 elementary schools in 2022-2023.
In addition to its academic success, PS 153 Maspeth Elementary stands out for its diverse student population, with a racial makeup of 37.54% White, 46.52% Hispanic, and 14.17% Asian. This diversity is notable compared to some of the nearby schools, such as PS 128 Lorraine Tuzzo-Juniper Valley and PS 81 Jean Paul Richter, which tend to have higher concentrations of either Hispanic or White students. Furthermore, the school serves a significant population of students from low-socioeconomic status backgrounds, with 68% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, which is higher than the state average. Despite these challenges, the school has maintained its strong academic performance, suggesting that it is effectively supporting its diverse student population.
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