PS 150

PS 150 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30 school district, located in LONG ISLAND CITY, NY with about 1,090 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 68 teachers, PS 150 has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Located at 40-01 43rd Avenue in the Sunnyside/Long Island City neighborhood of Queens, **PS 150 (The Sunnyside School)** is a public elementary school serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. The school is known for its strong sense of community and long-standing presence in the neighborhood. It is part of New York City Community School District 30 and places a significant focus on academic growth, social-emotional development, and fostering a supportive, inclusive environment for its diverse student body.

Academically, PS 150 emphasizes foundational skills in literacy and mathematics while encouraging students to engage in critical thinking and collaborative projects. The school typically offers a variety of extracurricular activities and enrichment programs designed to supplement the core curriculum, often involving the arts or physical education. Because it is located in a vibrant, family-oriented part of Queens, the school benefits from active parent involvement and community partnerships, which contribute to a collaborative culture aimed at helping every student succeed.

For more information, contact PS 150 at (718) 784-2252 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.