Excellent
#311 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 7% in state
Academy for Excellence Through the Arts (the)
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
68-60 110TH ST, Forest Hills, NY 11375
Enrollment
518
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
518
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#311 of 4,742
In Forest Hills
#2 of 10
public schools
In district
#4 of 50
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Academy for Excellence Through the Arts (the)
Elementary School in Forest Hills · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Academy for Excellence Through the Arts (the)
Academy for Excellence Through the Arts (the) is a public elementary school in Forest Hills, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28. Academy for Excellence Through the Arts (the) serves approximately 518 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Academy for Excellence Through the Arts (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #311 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Academy for Excellence Through the Arts (the) show 91% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 6.5
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Academy for Excellence Through the Arts (the) — Students at Academy for Excellence Through the Arts (the) score 90% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
24.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 30 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.5/10.
How Academy for Excellence Through the Arts (the) Compares
See how Academy for Excellence Through the Arts (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
68-60 110TH ST, Forest Hills, NY 11375
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Academy for Excellence Through the Arts (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 196 GRAND CENTRAL PARKWAY (rated 8.6/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is PS 101 SCHOOL IN THE GARDENS (rated 8.3/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS 144 COL JEROMUS REMSEN (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Forest Hills, see our Forest Hills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11375 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,319
Median Home Value
$572,800
Median Rent
$2,126/mo
Population
75,320
College Educated
60.6%
Homeownership
51.8%
Avg Commute
45.2 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
44.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Academy for Excellence Through the Arts (the)
What grades does Academy for Excellence Through the Arts (the) serve?
Academy for Excellence Through the Arts (the) serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Academy for Excellence Through the Arts (the)?
Academy for Excellence Through the Arts (the) has an enrollment of approximately 518 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Academy for Excellence Through the Arts (the)?
The student-teacher ratio at Academy for Excellence Through the Arts (the) is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Academy for Excellence Through the Arts (the) rank in NY?
Academy for Excellence Through the Arts (the) ranks #311 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Academy for Excellence Through the Arts (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?
Academy for Excellence Through the Arts (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Academy for Excellence Through the Arts (the)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Academy for Excellence Through the Arts (the) has 91% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
Is Academy for Excellence Through the Arts (the) a charter school?
No, Academy for Excellence Through the Arts (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Academy for Excellence Through the Arts (the) a Title I school?
No, Academy for Excellence Through the Arts (the) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Academy for Excellence Through the Arts (the)?
24.9% of students at Academy for Excellence Through the Arts (the) qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 518
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 24.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.9%
- Phone
- (929) 467-6200
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28- District Enrollment
- 38,052
- Schools in District
- 50
- District Rank
- #4 of 50
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