Very Good
#1181 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 25% in state
PS 234
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30
30-15 29TH ST, Astoria, NY 11102
Enrollment
437
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
437
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,181 of 4,742
In Astoria
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#19 of 50
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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PS 234
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About PS 234
PS 234 is a public elementary school in Astoria, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30. PS 234 serves approximately 437 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 234 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,181 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 234 show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at PS 234 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 234 — Students at PS 234 score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.9%
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: 8.9/10.
How PS 234 Compares
See how PS 234 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
30-15 29TH ST, Astoria, NY 11102
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 234 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. 30TH AVENUE SCHOOL (THE) (G & T CITYWIDE) (rated 8.1/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 166 HENRY GRADSTEIN (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Long Island City), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS 122 MAMIE FAY (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Astoria, see our Astoria schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11102 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,996
Median Home Value
$779,800
Median Rent
$2,248/mo
Population
28,349
College Educated
58.2%
Homeownership
14.6%
Avg Commute
41.1 min
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Median Age
36.7
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| ANDREW MULLER PRIMARY SCHOOL Miller Place, NY | 7.5 |
| BEDFORD HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bedford Hills, NY | 7.5 |
| BOGHT HILLS SCHOOL Cohoes, NY | 7.5 |
| COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.5 |
| DUDLEY SCHOOL Fairport, NY | 7.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 234
What grades does PS 234 serve?
PS 234 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 234?
PS 234 has an enrollment of approximately 437 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 234?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 234 is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 234 rank in NY?
PS 234 ranks #1,181 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 234's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 234 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 234?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 234 has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 234 a charter school?
No, PS 234 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 234 a Title I school?
No, PS 234 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 234?
71.9% of students at PS 234 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
- 437
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.0%
- Phone
- (718) 956-2760
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30- District Enrollment
- 37,414
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #19 of 50
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