Serving 577 students in grades Kindergarten-5, P.s. 139 Rego Park ranks in the top 50% 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 67% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher 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 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 577 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 139 Rego Park ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
P.s. 139 Rego Park's student population of 577 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
577 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 139 Rego Park 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. 139 Rego Park is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1495 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
25%
10%
Hispanic
32%
30%
Black
4%
16%
White
35%
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
68%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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. 139 Rego Park's ranking?
P.s. 139 Rego Park is ranked #1495 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 139 Rego Park often compared to?
P.s. 139 Rego Parkis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 174 William Sidney Mount, P.s. 175 Lynn Gross Discovery School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 139 Rego Park?
577 students attend P.s. 139 Rego Park.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of P.s. 139 Rego Park students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 139 Rego Park?
P.s. 139 Rego Park has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 139 Rego Park offer ?
P.s. 139 Rego Park offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 139 Rego Park part of?
P.s. 139 Rego Park is part of New York City Geographic District #28 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 139 Rego Park located?
P.s. 139 Rego Park is located in the Flushing neighborhood of Rego Park, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Flushing.
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