Serving 640 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 165 Edith K Bergtraum ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher 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 92% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 640 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 165 Edith K Bergtraum ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
P.s. 165 Edith K Bergtraum's student population of 640 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
640 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
P.s. 165 Edith K Bergtraum ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 165 Edith K Bergtraum is 0.70, 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
#1134 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
46%
10%
Hispanic
27%
30%
Black
14%
16%
White
8%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 165 Edith K Bergtraum's ranking?
P.s. 165 Edith K Bergtraum is ranked #1134 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 165 Edith K Bergtraum often compared to?
P.s. 165 Edith K Bergtraumis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 164 Queens Valley, P.s. 219 Paul Klapper by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 165 Edith K Bergtraum?
640 students attend P.s. 165 Edith K Bergtraum.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of P.s. 165 Edith K Bergtraum students are Asian, 27% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.s. 165 Edith K Bergtraum?
P.s. 165 Edith K Bergtraum has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 165 Edith K Bergtraum offer ?
P.s. 165 Edith K Bergtraum offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is P.s. 165 Edith K Bergtraum part of?
P.s. 165 Edith K Bergtraum is part of New York City Geographic District #25 School District.
School Reviews
4 3/26/2020
PS 165Q is a wonderful school for children. We provide a world class education for all students. We nurture the whole child by providing all the Arts, enrichment opportunities for each grade, and leadership training. We also value our strong relationships with parents. We provide many opportunities for parents to come into the school for fun and academic reasons. Most importantly teachers are kind, caring, strong pedagogues, and hardworking. I am very proud of our school and honored to lead PS 165Q.
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