PS 219 Paul Klapper

PS 219 Paul Klapper serves 611 students in grades PreK through 8th in the Flushing neighborhood of Queens. This elementary school maintains an impressive 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio with 65 full-time equivalent teachers, allowing for more personalized attention in the classroom. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a 7.9 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranking in the 89th percentile statewide at #525 out of 4,758 New York schools.

Students show solid achievement across core subjects, with 65% scoring proficient or above in ELA/Reading and 62% reaching proficiency in Math. PS 219 Paul Klapper benefits from its location in a stable, middle-class community where the median household income reaches $76,888 and 44% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The neighborhood's relatively low poverty rate of 13.3% reflects the area's economic stability, while median home values of $631,500 indicate families who are invested in their community.

Located in Flushing, the school serves a diverse urban community within one of New York City's most dynamic boroughs, offering students exposure to the rich cultural tapestry that defines this corner of Queens.

With a student-teacher ratio of 9.4:1, PS 219 Paul Klapper offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.