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#2812 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 127 Aerospace Science Magnet School
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30
98-01 25TH AVE, East Elmhurst, NY 11369
Enrollment
1,154
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
1,154
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,812 of 4,742
In East Elmhurst
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#39 of 50
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30
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PS 127 Aerospace Science Magnet School
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About PS 127 Aerospace Science Magnet School
PS 127 Aerospace Science Magnet School is a public elementary school in East Elmhurst, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30. PS 127 Aerospace Science Magnet School serves approximately 1,154 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 127 Aerospace Science Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,812 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 127 Aerospace Science Magnet School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at PS 127 Aerospace Science Magnet School 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
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PS 127 Aerospace Science Magnet School — Students at PS 127 Aerospace Science Magnet School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 39 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.7/10.
How PS 127 Aerospace Science Magnet School Compares
See how PS 127 Aerospace Science Magnet School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
98-01 25TH AVE, East Elmhurst, NY 11369
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 127 Aerospace Science Magnet School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 280 HOME OF THE LIONHEARTS (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Jackson Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is HELEN M MARSHALL SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Corona), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 212 (rated 7.4/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Jackson Heights), which scores notably higher. For more schools in East Elmhurst, see our East Elmhurst schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11369 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,577
Median Home Value
$734,900
Median Rent
$1,983/mo
Population
33,354
College Educated
23.7%
Homeownership
55.4%
Avg Commute
45 min
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Median Age
39.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 127 Aerospace Science Magnet School
What grades does PS 127 Aerospace Science Magnet School serve?
PS 127 Aerospace Science Magnet School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend PS 127 Aerospace Science Magnet School?
PS 127 Aerospace Science Magnet School has an enrollment of approximately 1,154 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 127 Aerospace Science Magnet School?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 127 Aerospace Science Magnet School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 127 Aerospace Science Magnet School rank in NY?
PS 127 Aerospace Science Magnet School ranks #2,812 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 127 Aerospace Science Magnet School's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 127 Aerospace Science Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 PS 127 Aerospace Science Magnet School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 127 Aerospace Science Magnet School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 127 Aerospace Science Magnet School a charter school?
No, PS 127 Aerospace Science Magnet School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 127 Aerospace Science Magnet School a Title I school?
No, PS 127 Aerospace Science Magnet School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 127 Aerospace Science Magnet School?
83.0% of students at PS 127 Aerospace Science Magnet School 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,154
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 84
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.7%
- Phone
- (718) 446-4700
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30- District Enrollment
- 37,414
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #39 of 50
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