Summary
Ps 174 William Sidney Mount is an exceptional elementary school in Rego Park, New York, serving students from kindergarten to 5th grade. This school consistently ranks among the top 10-15% of elementary schools in the state, with outstanding academic performance that exceeds both district and state averages across all grade levels and subject areas.
Ps 174 William Sidney Mount's academic excellence is evident in its consistently high proficiency rates on state assessments. For example, in the 2024-2025 school year, 88.37% of 3rd graders, 72.94% of 4th graders, and 84.93% of 5th graders were proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to 66.02% and 54.15% for the district and state, respectively. Similarly, in Math, 91.86% of 3rd graders, 75.29% of 4th graders, and 81.94% of 5th graders were proficient or better, compared to 71.8% and 59.7% for the district and state. The school's exceptional performance extends across diverse student subgroups, including female, male, Asian, Hispanic, and White students, as well as English Language Learners, Special Education students, and students from low socioeconomic backgrounds.
Compared to nearby schools within the same district, such as Ps 139 Rego Park and Ps 144 Col Jeromus Remsen, which also demonstrate strong academic performance, Ps 174 William Sidney Mount consistently outperforms them on state assessments. The school's high per-student spending and low student-teacher ratio, combined with its exceptional outcomes, suggest that it is effectively utilizing its resources to support student learning and academic growth. Ps 174 William Sidney Mount's sustained excellence and focus on equity and inclusion make it a model of educational excellence within its New York City Geographic District #28 and the broader region.
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