Excellent
#515 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 11% in state
PS 280 Home of the Lionhearts
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30
34-20 94TH ST, Jackson Heights, NY 11372
Enrollment
452
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
452
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#515 of 4,742
In Jackson Heights
#1 of 8
public schools
In district
#6 of 50
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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PS 280 Home of the Lionhearts
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About PS 280 Home of the Lionhearts
PS 280 Home of the Lionhearts is a public elementary school in Jackson Heights, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30. PS 280 Home of the Lionhearts serves approximately 452 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 280 Home of the Lionhearts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #515 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 280 Home of the Lionhearts show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 6.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at PS 280 Home of the Lionhearts 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 280 Home of the Lionhearts — Students at PS 280 Home of the Lionhearts score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.9/10.
How PS 280 Home of the Lionhearts Compares
See how PS 280 Home of the Lionhearts performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
34-20 94TH ST, Jackson Heights, NY 11372
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 280 Home of the Lionhearts may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 110 (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Corona), with a comparable rating. Another option is PS 212 (rated 7.4/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ST JOAN OF ARC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Jackson Heights, see our Jackson Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 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 280 Home of the Lionhearts
What grades does PS 280 Home of the Lionhearts serve?
PS 280 Home of the Lionhearts serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend PS 280 Home of the Lionhearts?
PS 280 Home of the Lionhearts has an enrollment of approximately 452 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 280 Home of the Lionhearts?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 280 Home of the Lionhearts is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 280 Home of the Lionhearts rank in NY?
PS 280 Home of the Lionhearts ranks #515 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 280 Home of the Lionhearts's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 280 Home of the Lionhearts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 280 Home of the Lionhearts?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 280 Home of the Lionhearts has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
Is PS 280 Home of the Lionhearts a charter school?
No, PS 280 Home of the Lionhearts is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 280 Home of the Lionhearts a Title I school?
No, PS 280 Home of the Lionhearts is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 280 Home of the Lionhearts?
95.6% of students at PS 280 Home of the Lionhearts 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 452
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.0%
- Phone
- (718) 424-9031
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30- District Enrollment
- 37,414
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #6 of 50
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