Excellent
#444 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 9% in state
PS 242 Leonard P Stavisky Early Childhood School
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25
29-66 137TH ST, Flushing, NY 11354
Enrollment
287
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
287
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#444 of 4,742
In Flushing
#3 of 45
public schools
In district
#5 of 46
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25
Equity
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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PS 242 Leonard P Stavisky Early Childhood School
Elementary School in Flushing · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 242 Leonard P Stavisky Early Childhood School
PS 242 Leonard P Stavisky Early Childhood School is a public elementary school in Flushing, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25. PS 242 Leonard P Stavisky Early Childhood School serves approximately 287 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 242 Leonard P Stavisky Early Childhood School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #444 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 242 Leonard P Stavisky Early Childhood School show 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 7.3
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 242 Leonard P Stavisky Early Childhood School — Students at PS 242 Leonard P Stavisky Early Childhood School score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 30 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: 8.4/10.
How PS 242 Leonard P Stavisky Early Childhood School Compares
See how PS 242 Leonard P Stavisky Early Childhood School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
29-66 137TH ST, Flushing, NY 11354
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 242 Leonard P Stavisky Early Childhood School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 79 FRANCIS LEWIS (rated 8.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Whitestone), with a very similar rating. Another option is ACTIVE LEARNING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (THE) (rated 7.9/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PS 214 CADWALLADER COLDEN (rated 7.7/10, 0.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Flushing, see our Flushing schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 214 CADWALLADER COLDEN Flushing | 0.2 mi | 7.7 |
| QUEENS ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Flushing | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| FLUSHING HIGH SCHOOL Flushing | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| VERITAS ACADEMY Flushing | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| PROMISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Flushing | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| QUEENS HIGH SCHOOL FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES Flushing | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| THE WINDSOR SCHOOL Flushing | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| THE LOWELL SCHOOL Whitestone | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| SHIELD INSTITUTE OF FLUSHING Flushing | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| PS 29 College Point | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| PS 20 JOHN BOWNE Flushing | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| PS 21 EDWARD HART Flushing | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| JHS 185 EDWARD BLEEKER Flushing | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| THE LEARNING TREE STEM-ARTS SCHOOL Flushing | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| ACTIVE LEARNING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (THE) Flushing | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| JHS 189 DANIEL CARTER BEARD Flushing | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| FLUSHING INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Flushing | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| COLLEGE POINT COLLABORATIVE College Point | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| FLUSHING CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Flushing | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| PS 79 FRANCIS LEWIS Whitestone | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11354 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,833
Median Home Value
$521,000
Median Rent
$1,766/mo
Population
52,325
College Educated
32.9%
Homeownership
40.6%
Avg Commute
39.8 min
Poverty Rate
18.1%
Median Age
48.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FORT SALONGA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Northport, NY | 8.3 |
| GLENN H CURTISS MEMORIAL SCHOOL Hammondsport, NY | 8.3 |
| ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 2 Bronx, NY | 8.3 |
| IDLE HOUR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oakdale, NY | 8.3 |
| LAKE AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saratoga Springs, NY | 8.3 |
| THE TOWN SCHOOL New York, NY | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 242 Leonard P Stavisky Early Childhood School
What grades does PS 242 Leonard P Stavisky Early Childhood School serve?
PS 242 Leonard P Stavisky Early Childhood School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend PS 242 Leonard P Stavisky Early Childhood School?
PS 242 Leonard P Stavisky Early Childhood School has an enrollment of approximately 287 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 242 Leonard P Stavisky Early Childhood School?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 242 Leonard P Stavisky Early Childhood School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 242 Leonard P Stavisky Early Childhood School rank in NY?
PS 242 Leonard P Stavisky Early Childhood School ranks #444 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 242 Leonard P Stavisky Early Childhood School's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 242 Leonard P Stavisky Early Childhood School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 242 Leonard P Stavisky Early Childhood School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 242 Leonard P Stavisky Early Childhood School has 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 242 Leonard P Stavisky Early Childhood School a charter school?
No, PS 242 Leonard P Stavisky Early Childhood School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 242 Leonard P Stavisky Early Childhood School a Title I school?
No, PS 242 Leonard P Stavisky Early Childhood School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 242 Leonard P Stavisky Early Childhood School?
69.3% of students at PS 242 Leonard P Stavisky Early Childhood 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 – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 287
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.4%
- Phone
- (718) 445-2902
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25- District Enrollment
- 34,702
- Schools in District
- 46
- District Rank
- #5 of 46
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