PS 166 HENRY GRADSTEIN
775 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
PS 166 Henry Gradstein, located in the vibrant neighborhood of Long Island City, Queens, serves as a neighborhood elementary school dedicated to providing a nurturing and structured educational environment for its students. As part of the New York City Department of Education, the school emphasizes a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to build strong foundations in literacy, mathematics, science, and the social sciences. The school strives to foster a supportive community where students from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to achieve their personal best while developing the social-emotional skills necessary for future success.
Beyond its core academic offerings, PS 166 often integrates programs that reflect the needs of its local community and the broader educational goals of the district. The school typically focuses on creating a safe, inclusive atmosphere that emphasizes character development, collaboration, and critical thinking. By partnering with families and local organizations, PS 166 Henry Gradstein aims to prepare its young learners to be well-rounded, engaged citizens who are ready to navigate the challenges of middle school and beyond.
Beyond its core academic offerings, PS 166 often integrates programs that reflect the needs of its local community and the broader educational goals of the district. The school typically focuses on creating a safe, inclusive atmosphere that emphasizes character development, collaboration, and critical thinking. By partnering with families and local organizations, PS 166 Henry Gradstein aims to prepare its young learners to be well-rounded, engaged citizens who are ready to navigate the challenges of middle school and beyond.
775
Total Students
50.3
Full-Time Teachers
15.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
66.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 209 |
| Hispanic | 299 |
| Black | 34 |
| Asian | 194 |
| Two or More | 27 |
| American Indian | 9 |
| Pacific Islander | 3 |
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Hispanic299 (38.6 %)
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White209 (27.0 %)
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Asian194 (25.0 %)
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Black34 (4.4 %)
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Two or More27 (3.5 %)
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American Indian9 (1.2 %)
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Pacific Islander3 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30 |
| Phone: | (718)786-6703 |
| Website: | http://www.ps166q.com |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 775 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 50.3 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 15.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 502 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 12 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
48
Kindergarten
120
Grade 1
100
Grade 2
134
Grade 3
123
Grade 4
132
Grade 5
118
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 48 |
| Kindergarten | 120 |
| Grade 1 | 100 |
| Grade 2 | 134 |
| Grade 3 | 123 |
| Grade 4 | 132 |
| Grade 5 | 118 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 412 | 53.2% |
| Male | 363 | 46.8% |
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