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Hector Figueroa School (the)

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30

69-01 34TH AVE, Woodside, NY 11377

Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NY statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

405

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,298 of 4,742

In Woodside

#8 of 9

public schools

In district

#43 of 50

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30

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Hector Figueroa School (the)

5.3/10

Elementary School in Woodside · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

PS 152 Gwendoline N Alleyne School

7.0/10

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7.9/10

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About Hector Figueroa School (the)

Hector Figueroa School (the) is a public elementary school in Woodside, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30. Hector Figueroa School (the) serves approximately 405 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Hector Figueroa School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,298 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at Hector Figueroa School (the) were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics6.3Average49%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.·Area estimate · Based on NY state average
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average51%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Chronic Absenteeism33.8%

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

69.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

How Hector Figueroa School (the) Compares

See how Hector Figueroa School (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
31th percentile in NY
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
69%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.8%

Location

69-01 34TH AVE, Woodside, NY 11377

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hector Figueroa School (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 212 (rated 7.4/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Jackson Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 152 GWENDOLINE N ALLEYNE SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ACADEMY OF THE CITY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Woodside, see our Woodside schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 152 GWENDOLINE N ALLEYNE SCHOOL Woodside 0.2 mi 7.0
IS 230 Jackson Heights 0.2 mi 7.9
MONSIGNOR MCCLANCY MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL East Elmhurst 0.4 mi 5.0
ACADEMY OF THE CITY CHARTER SCHOOL Woodside 0.4 mi 7.0
PS 69 JACKSON HEIGHTS Jackson Heights 0.5 mi 6.5
LEXINGTON SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Jackson Heights 0.6 mi 8.4
IS 145 JOSEPH PULITZER Jackson Heights 0.5 mi 6.5
WOODSIDE COMMUNITY SCHOOL (THE) Flushing 0.6 mi 5.6
JACKSON HEIGHTS SCHOOL SDA Woodside 0.7 mi 5.4
PS 12 JAMES B COLGATE Woodside 0.8 mi 6.8
ST SEBASTIAN CATHOLIC ACADEMY Woodside 0.7 mi 6.6
OUR LADY OF FATIMA SCHOOL East Elmhurst 0.7 mi 5.7
PS 212 Jackson Heights 0.6 mi 7.4
RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL Jackson Heights 0.7 mi 7.1
PS 151 MARY D CARTER Woodside 0.7 mi 6.3
ST JOAN OF ARC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson Heights 0.7 mi 6.2
ABC PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN CENTER Woodside 0.9 mi
EL BER ISLAMIC SCHOOL Astoria 0.9 mi
PS 11 KATHRYN PHELAN Woodside 0.8 mi 6.6
TIEGERMAN SCHOOL AT WOODSIDE Woodside 1.0 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11377 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,292

Median Home Value

$670,300

Median Rent

$1,802/mo

Population

83,545

College Educated

33.1%

Homeownership

29.4%

Avg Commute

36.2 min

Poverty Rate

10.8%

Median Age

40.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hector Figueroa School (the)

What grades does Hector Figueroa School (the) serve?

Hector Figueroa School (the) serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Hector Figueroa School (the)?

Hector Figueroa School (the) has an enrollment of approximately 405 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hector Figueroa School (the)?

The student-teacher ratio at Hector Figueroa School (the) is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hector Figueroa School (the) rank in NY?

Hector Figueroa School (the) ranks #3,298 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Hector Figueroa School (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?

Hector Figueroa School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Hector Figueroa School (the) a charter school?

No, Hector Figueroa School (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Hector Figueroa School (the) a Title I school?

No, Hector Figueroa School (the) is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hector Figueroa School (the)?

69.1% of students at Hector Figueroa School (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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
90 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
69 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
405
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
69.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Queens County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.8%

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