Very Good
#889 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 19% in state
PS 209 Clearview Gardens
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25
16-10 UTOPIA PKWY, Whitestone, NY 11357
Enrollment
457
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
457
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#889 of 4,742
In Whitestone
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#17 of 46
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25
Academic performance
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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PS 209 Clearview Gardens
Elementary School in Whitestone · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 209 Clearview Gardens
PS 209 Clearview Gardens is a public elementary school in Whitestone, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25. PS 209 Clearview Gardens serves approximately 457 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 209 Clearview Gardens has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #889 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 209 Clearview Gardens show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 209 Clearview Gardens — Students at PS 209 Clearview Gardens score 73% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39.8%
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: 7.6/10.
How PS 209 Clearview Gardens Compares
See how PS 209 Clearview Gardens performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
16-10 UTOPIA PKWY, Whitestone, NY 11357
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 209 Clearview Gardens may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CIRCLE ACADEMY (rated 8.5/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 79 FRANCIS LEWIS (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PS 193 ALFRED J KENNEDY (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Whitestone, see our Whitestone schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CIRCLE ACADEMY Whitestone | 0.1 mi | 8.5 |
| PS 184 FLUSHING MANOR Whitestone | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| JHS 194 WILLIAM CARR Whitestone | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| ST LUKES SCHOOL Whitestone | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 193 ALFRED J KENNEDY Whitestone | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| PS 169 BAY TERRACE Bayside | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| BELL ACADEMY Bayside | 0.9 mi | 8.9 |
| ST MEL CATHOLIC ACADEMY Flushing | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 159 Bayside | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| PS 32 STATE STREET Flushing | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| CHABAD ACADEMY OF ARTS & SCIENCES Bayside | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| BAYSIDE HIGH SCHOOL Bayside | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| CHABAD OF NORTHEAST QUEENS HEBREW SCHOOL Bayside | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| IS 25 ADRIEN BLOCK Flushing | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| WORLD JOURNALISM PREPARATORY: A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL Flushing | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| OUR LADY OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT Bayside | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| ST ANDREW AVELLINO CATHOLIC ACADEMY Flushing | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| PS 79 FRANCIS LEWIS Whitestone | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| JHS 185 EDWARD BLEEKER Flushing | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| PS 21 EDWARD HART Flushing | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11357 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,754
Median Home Value
$920,200
Median Rent
$2,228/mo
Population
42,341
College Educated
37.9%
Homeownership
76.3%
Avg Commute
36.7 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
48.4
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| ALBANY AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Massapequa, NY | 7.8 |
| ALLEN CREEK SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 7.8 |
| CAMPBELL-SAVONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Savona, NY | 7.8 |
| EAGLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delmar, NY | 7.8 |
| EASTPORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Eastport, NY | 7.8 |
| ELLA BAKER SCHOOL New York, NY | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 209 Clearview Gardens
What grades does PS 209 Clearview Gardens serve?
PS 209 Clearview Gardens serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 209 Clearview Gardens?
PS 209 Clearview Gardens has an enrollment of approximately 457 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 209 Clearview Gardens?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 209 Clearview Gardens is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 209 Clearview Gardens rank in NY?
PS 209 Clearview Gardens ranks #889 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 209 Clearview Gardens's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 209 Clearview Gardens has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 209 Clearview Gardens?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 209 Clearview Gardens has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 209 Clearview Gardens a charter school?
No, PS 209 Clearview Gardens is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 209 Clearview Gardens a Title I school?
No, PS 209 Clearview Gardens is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 209 Clearview Gardens?
39.8% of students at PS 209 Clearview Gardens 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
- 457
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.3%
- Phone
- (718) 352-3939
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25- District Enrollment
- 34,702
- Schools in District
- 46
- District Rank
- #17 of 46
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