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#589 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 12% in state

30th Avenue School (the) (g & T Citywide)

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30

28-37 29TH ST, Astoria, NY 11102

Enrollment

513

Student-Teacher

19.7:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#589 of 4,742

In Astoria

#1 of 6

public schools

In district

#7 of 50

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30

Academic performance

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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30th Avenue School (the) (g & T Citywide)

8.1/10

Elementary School in Astoria · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About 30th Avenue School (the) (g & T Citywide)

30th Avenue School (the) (g & T Citywide) is a public elementary school in Astoria, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30. 30th Avenue School (the) (g & T Citywide) serves approximately 513 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. 30th Avenue School (the) (g & T Citywide) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #589 of 4,742 schools in NY. Structured state assessment records for 30th Avenue School (the) (g & T Citywide) show 93% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 96% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).

How it compares1.8 pts above district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.3
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+0.23 pts/yr
Data Period2014–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency90.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency95.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+37.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+34.6 pts
Overall Proficiency93% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+33.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile94th
Resources & Environment4.0Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.7:1
Chronic Absenteeism8.6%

30th Avenue School (the) (g & T Citywide) — Students at 30th Avenue School (the) (g & T Citywide) score 93% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

27.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 93.0% (multi-year average, 2014-2022)
School
State
44.9% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 96.4% (multi-year average, 2014-2022)
School
State
57.1% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 29 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2014
Math
90%
ELA
90%
2015
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2016
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2017
Math
95%
ELA
98%
2018
Math
96%
ELA
97%
2019
Math
96%
ELA
97%
2020*
Math
92%
ELA
98%
2021*
Math
91.3%
ELA
98%
2022
Math
90.7%
ELA
95.5%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.

How 30th Avenue School (the) (g & T Citywide) Compares

See how 30th Avenue School (the) (g & T Citywide) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.1/10
88th percentile in NY
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
4.0/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
28%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

28-37 29TH ST, Astoria, NY 11102

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering 30th Avenue School (the) (g & T Citywide) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 166 HENRY GRADSTEIN (rated 7.7/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Long Island City), with a comparable rating. Another option is PS 122 MAMIE FAY (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PS 234 (rated 7.5/10, 0.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Astoria, see our Astoria schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.9 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 17 HENRY DAVID THOREAU Long Island City 0.0 mi 6.2
ACADEMY FOR NEW AMERICANS Astoria 0.1 mi 3.0
PS 234 Astoria 0.1 mi 7.5
LES ENFANTS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Astoria 0.1 mi
ST DEMETRIOS SCHOOL Astoria 0.2 mi 7.1
YOUNG WOMENS LEADERSHIP SCHOOL - ASTORIA Long Island City 0.2 mi 8.4
PS 171 PETER G VAN ALST Long Island City 0.4 mi 4.0
ALBERT SHANKER SCHOOL FOR VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS Long Island City 0.4 mi 7.8
PS 85 JUDGE CHARLES VALLONE Long Island City 0.5 mi 7.1
LONG ISLAND CITY HIGH SCHOOL Long Island City 0.6 mi 7.9
PS 70 Long Island City 0.6 mi 6.7
PS 166 HENRY GRADSTEIN Long Island City 0.8 mi 7.7
FRANK SINATRA SCHOOL OF THE ARTS HIGH SCHOOL Long Island City 0.8 mi 8.2
OUR WORLD NEIGHBORHOOD CHARTER SCHOOL Astoria 0.9 mi 6.1
IS 10 HORACE GREELEY Long Island City 0.8 mi 6.6
BACCALAUREATE SCHOOL FOR GLOBAL EDUCATION Long Island City 0.9 mi 7.7
PS 122 MAMIE FAY Astoria 0.9 mi 7.6
IS 204 OLIVER W HOLMES Long Island City 0.9 mi 6.3
ENERGY TECH HIGH SCHOOL Long Island City 0.9 mi 8.4
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHOLIC ACADEMY IN ASTORIA Astoria 0.9 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11102 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$102,996

Median Home Value

$779,800

Median Rent

$2,248/mo

Population

28,349

College Educated

58.2%

Homeownership

14.6%

Avg Commute

41.1 min

Poverty Rate

12.3%

Median Age

36.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about 30th Avenue School (the) (g & T Citywide)

What grades does 30th Avenue School (the) (g & T Citywide) serve?

30th Avenue School (the) (g & T Citywide) serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend 30th Avenue School (the) (g & T Citywide)?

30th Avenue School (the) (g & T Citywide) has an enrollment of approximately 513 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at 30th Avenue School (the) (g & T Citywide)?

The student-teacher ratio at 30th Avenue School (the) (g & T Citywide) is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does 30th Avenue School (the) (g & T Citywide) rank in NY?

30th Avenue School (the) (g & T Citywide) ranks #589 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is 30th Avenue School (the) (g & T Citywide)'s MySchoolScout rating?

30th Avenue School (the) (g & T Citywide) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at 30th Avenue School (the) (g & T Citywide)?

Based on loaded state assessment records, 30th Avenue School (the) (g & T Citywide) has 93% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 96% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).

Is 30th Avenue School (the) (g & T Citywide) a charter school?

No, 30th Avenue School (the) (g & T Citywide) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is 30th Avenue School (the) (g & T Citywide) a Title I school?

No, 30th Avenue School (the) (g & T Citywide) is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for 30th Avenue School (the) (g & T Citywide)?

27.7% of students at 30th Avenue School (the) (g & T Citywide) qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
99 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
85 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
76 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
513
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
27.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Queens County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.6%

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