Serving 326 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 146 Ann M Short 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 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 146 Ann M Short ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
P.s. 146 Ann M Short's student population of 326 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
326 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Hornets
School Rankings
P.s. 146 Ann M Short 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. 146 Ann M Short is 0.50, 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
#3467 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
66%
30%
Black
26%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hornets
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 146 Ann M Short's ranking?
P.s. 146 Ann M Short is ranked #3467 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 146 Ann M Short often compared to?
P.s. 146 Ann M Shortis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 102 Jacques Cartier by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 146 Ann M Short?
326 students attend P.s. 146 Ann M Short.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of P.s. 146 Ann M Short students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 146 Ann M Short?
P.s. 146 Ann M Short has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 146 Ann M Short offer ?
P.s. 146 Ann M Short offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 146 Ann M Short part of?
P.s. 146 Ann M Short is part of New York City Geographic District # 4.
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