PS 166 HENRY GRADSTEIN
825 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.
825
Total Students
61.2
Full-Time Teachers
13.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
62.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 222 |
| Hispanic | 367 |
| Black | 28 |
| Asian | 152 |
| Two or More | 37 |
| American Indian | 17 |
| Pacific Islander | 2 |
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Hispanic367 (44.5%)
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White222 (26.9%)
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Asian152 (18.4%)
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Two or More37 (4.5%)
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Black28 (3.4%)
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American Indian17 (2.1%)
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Pacific Islander2 (0.2%)
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: | 825 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 61.2 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.5 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 502 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 12 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
63
Kindergarten
124
Grade 1
130
Grade 2
130
Grade 3
114
Grade 4
141
Grade 5
123
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 63 |
| Kindergarten | 124 |
| Grade 1 | 130 |
| Grade 2 | 130 |
| Grade 3 | 114 |
| Grade 4 | 141 |
| Grade 5 | 123 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 425 | 51.5% |
| Male | 400 | 48.5% |
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