Average
#1762 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 37% in state
PS 229 Emanuel Kaplan
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24
67-25 51ST RD, Woodside, NY 11377
Enrollment
1,083
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
1,083
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,762 of 4,742
In Woodside
#3 of 9
public schools
In district
#25 of 56
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24
Equity
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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PS 229 Emanuel Kaplan
Elementary School in Woodside · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 229 Emanuel Kaplan
PS 229 Emanuel Kaplan is a public elementary school in Woodside, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24. PS 229 Emanuel Kaplan serves approximately 1,083 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 229 Emanuel Kaplan has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,762 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 229 Emanuel Kaplan show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at PS 229 Emanuel Kaplan 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 229 Emanuel Kaplan — Students at PS 229 Emanuel Kaplan score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.1%
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: 6.5/10.
How PS 229 Emanuel Kaplan Compares
See how PS 229 Emanuel Kaplan 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
67-25 51ST RD, Woodside, NY 11377
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 229 Emanuel Kaplan may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 12 JAMES B COLGATE (rated 6.8/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ST SEBASTIAN CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 6.6/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PS 7 LOUIS F SIMEONE (rated 6.6/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Elmhurst), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Woodside, see our Woodside schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11377 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,292
Median Home Value
$670,300
Median Rent
$1,802/mo
Population
83,545
College Educated
33.1%
Homeownership
29.4%
Avg Commute
36.2 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
40.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 229 Emanuel Kaplan
What grades does PS 229 Emanuel Kaplan serve?
PS 229 Emanuel Kaplan serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 229 Emanuel Kaplan?
PS 229 Emanuel Kaplan has an enrollment of approximately 1,083 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 229 Emanuel Kaplan?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 229 Emanuel Kaplan is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 229 Emanuel Kaplan rank in NY?
PS 229 Emanuel Kaplan ranks #1,762 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 229 Emanuel Kaplan's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 229 Emanuel Kaplan has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 229 Emanuel Kaplan?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 229 Emanuel Kaplan has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 229 Emanuel Kaplan a charter school?
No, PS 229 Emanuel Kaplan is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 229 Emanuel Kaplan a Title I school?
No, PS 229 Emanuel Kaplan is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 229 Emanuel Kaplan?
75.1% of students at PS 229 Emanuel Kaplan 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
- 1,083
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 91
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.3%
- Phone
- (718) 446-2120
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24- District Enrollment
- 50,843
- Schools in District
- 57
- District Rank
- #25 of 56
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