Serving 1,071 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 129 Patricia Larkin ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,071 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 129 Patricia Larkin's student population of 1,071 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,071 students
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 129 Patricia Larkin ranks within the top 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. 129 Patricia Larkin is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1852 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
23%
10%
Hispanic
67%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
7%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
New York City Geographic District #25
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 129 Patricia Larkin's ranking?
P.s. 129 Patricia Larkin is ranked #1852 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 129 Patricia Larkin often compared to?
P.s. 129 Patricia Larkinis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 29 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 129 Patricia Larkin?
1,071 students attend P.s. 129 Patricia Larkin.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of P.s. 129 Patricia Larkin students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 129 Patricia Larkin?
P.s. 129 Patricia Larkin has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 129 Patricia Larkin offer ?
P.s. 129 Patricia Larkin offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 129 Patricia Larkin part of?
P.s. 129 Patricia Larkin is part of New York City Geographic District #25.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 129 Patricia Larkin located?
P.s. 129 Patricia Larkin is located in the Flushing neighborhood of College Point, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Flushing.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This is a wonderful school, I was a former student some years ago and I would recommmend this school to anyone.
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