Serving 1,458 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 143 Louis Armstrong ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,458 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 143 Louis Armstrong ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
P.s. 143 Louis Armstrong's student population of 1,458 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 110 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,458 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
110 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
P.s. 143 Louis Armstrong ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 143 Louis Armstrong is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4162 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
95%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 143 Louis Armstrong's ranking?
P.s. 143 Louis Armstrong is ranked #4162 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 143 Louis Armstrong often compared to?
P.s. 143 Louis Armstrongis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 14 Fairview by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 143 Louis Armstrong?
1,458 students attend P.s. 143 Louis Armstrong.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of P.s. 143 Louis Armstrong students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 143 Louis Armstrong?
P.s. 143 Louis Armstrong has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 143 Louis Armstrong offer ?
P.s. 143 Louis Armstrong offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 143 Louis Armstrong part of?
P.s. 143 Louis Armstrong is part of New York City Geographic District #24 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 143 Louis Armstrong located?
P.s. 143 Louis Armstrong is located in the Flushing neighborhood of Corona, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Flushing.
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