Very Good
#788 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 17% in state
PS 219 Paul Klapper
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25
144-39 GRAVETT RD, Flushing, NY 11367
Enrollment
611
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
611
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#788 of 4,742
In Flushing
#13 of 45
public schools
In district
#12 of 46
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25
Equity
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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PS 219 Paul Klapper
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About PS 219 Paul Klapper
PS 219 Paul Klapper is a public elementary school in Flushing, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25. PS 219 Paul Klapper serves approximately 611 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 219 Paul Klapper has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #788 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 219 Paul Klapper show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, PS 219 Paul Klapper sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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PS 219 Paul Klapper — Students at PS 219 Paul Klapper score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.4%
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: 7.7/10.
How PS 219 Paul Klapper Compares
See how PS 219 Paul Klapper performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
144-39 GRAVETT RD, Flushing, NY 11367
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 219 Paul Klapper may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 24 ANDREW JACKSON (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 163 FLUSHING HEIGHTS (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS 165 EDITH K BERGTRAUM (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Flushing, see our Flushing schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11367 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,804
Median Home Value
$519,800
Median Rent
$1,774/mo
Population
42,210
College Educated
45.7%
Homeownership
47.9%
Avg Commute
44.1 min
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
35.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 219 Paul Klapper
What grades does PS 219 Paul Klapper serve?
PS 219 Paul Klapper serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend PS 219 Paul Klapper?
PS 219 Paul Klapper has an enrollment of approximately 611 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 219 Paul Klapper?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 219 Paul Klapper is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 219 Paul Klapper rank in NY?
PS 219 Paul Klapper ranks #788 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 219 Paul Klapper's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 219 Paul Klapper 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 219 Paul Klapper?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 219 Paul Klapper has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 219 Paul Klapper a charter school?
No, PS 219 Paul Klapper is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 219 Paul Klapper a Title I school?
No, PS 219 Paul Klapper is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 219 Paul Klapper?
71.4% of students at PS 219 Paul Klapper 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 611
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 65
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.9%
- Phone
- (718) 793-2130
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25- District Enrollment
- 34,702
- Schools in District
- 46
- District Rank
- #12 of 46
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