Very Good
#780 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 16% in state
PS 2 Alfred Zimberg
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30
75-10 21ST AVE, East Elmhurst, NY 11370
Enrollment
560
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
560
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#780 of 4,742
In East Elmhurst
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#10 of 50
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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PS 2 Alfred Zimberg
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About PS 2 Alfred Zimberg
PS 2 Alfred Zimberg is a public elementary school in East Elmhurst, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30. PS 2 Alfred Zimberg serves approximately 560 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 2 Alfred Zimberg has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #780 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 2 Alfred Zimberg show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 6.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at PS 2 Alfred Zimberg 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 2 Alfred Zimberg — Students at PS 2 Alfred Zimberg score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 9.3/10.
How PS 2 Alfred Zimberg Compares
See how PS 2 Alfred Zimberg performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
75-10 21ST AVE, East Elmhurst, NY 11370
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 2 Alfred Zimberg may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ASTORIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Astoria), with a comparable rating. Another option is PS 212 (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Jackson Heights), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PS 84 STEINWAY (rated 7.2/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Astoria), with a comparable rating. For more schools in East Elmhurst, see our East Elmhurst schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11370 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,895
Median Home Value
$843,600
Median Rent
$2,071/mo
Population
28,762
College Educated
24.8%
Homeownership
48.7%
Avg Commute
40.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
40.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 2 Alfred Zimberg
What grades does PS 2 Alfred Zimberg serve?
PS 2 Alfred Zimberg serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 2 Alfred Zimberg?
PS 2 Alfred Zimberg has an enrollment of approximately 560 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 2 Alfred Zimberg?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 2 Alfred Zimberg is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 2 Alfred Zimberg rank in NY?
PS 2 Alfred Zimberg ranks #780 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 2 Alfred Zimberg's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 2 Alfred Zimberg has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 2 Alfred Zimberg?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 2 Alfred Zimberg has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 2 Alfred Zimberg a charter school?
No, PS 2 Alfred Zimberg is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 2 Alfred Zimberg a Title I school?
No, PS 2 Alfred Zimberg is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 2 Alfred Zimberg?
70.7% of students at PS 2 Alfred Zimberg 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
- 560
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.6%
- Phone
- (718) 728-1459
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30- District Enrollment
- 37,414
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #10 of 50
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