Below Average
#3626 of 4,742 schools in NY
Based on limited data
PS 222-fire Fighter Christopher a Santora School
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30
86-15 37TH AVE, Jackson Heights, NY 11372
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NY statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
211
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
211
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,626 of 4,742
In Jackson Heights
#8 of 8
public schools
In district
#44 of 50
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30
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About PS 222-fire Fighter Christopher a Santora School
PS 222-fire Fighter Christopher a Santora School is a public elementary school in Jackson Heights, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30. PS 222-fire Fighter Christopher a Santora School serves approximately 211 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 222-fire Fighter Christopher a Santora School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,626 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
47% of students at PS 222-fire Fighter Christopher a Santora 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How PS 222-fire Fighter Christopher a Santora School Compares
See how PS 222-fire Fighter Christopher a Santora School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
86-15 37TH AVE, Jackson Heights, NY 11372
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 222-fire Fighter Christopher a Santora School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 280 HOME OF THE LIONHEARTS (rated 8.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 212 (rated 7.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 7 LOUIS F SIMEONE (rated 6.6/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Elmhurst), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jackson Heights, see our Jackson Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11372 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,133
Median Home Value
$454,400
Median Rent
$1,795/mo
Population
66,995
College Educated
35.1%
Homeownership
34.6%
Avg Commute
40.8 min
Poverty Rate
14.9%
Median Age
42.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 222-fire Fighter Christopher a Santora School
What grades does PS 222-fire Fighter Christopher a Santora School serve?
PS 222-fire Fighter Christopher a Santora School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend PS 222-fire Fighter Christopher a Santora School?
PS 222-fire Fighter Christopher a Santora School has an enrollment of approximately 211 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 222-fire Fighter Christopher a Santora School?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 222-fire Fighter Christopher a Santora School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 222-fire Fighter Christopher a Santora School rank in NY?
PS 222-fire Fighter Christopher a Santora School ranks #3,626 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 222-fire Fighter Christopher a Santora School's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 222-fire Fighter Christopher a Santora School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is PS 222-fire Fighter Christopher a Santora School a charter school?
No, PS 222-fire Fighter Christopher a Santora School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 222-fire Fighter Christopher a Santora School a Title I school?
No, PS 222-fire Fighter Christopher a Santora School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 222-fire Fighter Christopher a Santora School?
62.1% of students at PS 222-fire Fighter Christopher a Santora 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 211
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.4%
- Phone
- (718) 429-2563
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30- District Enrollment
- 37,414
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #44 of 50
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