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#3551 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 29
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25
125-10 23RD AVE, College Point, NY 11356
Enrollment
707
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
707
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,551 of 4,742
In College Point
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#44 of 46
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25
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PS 29
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About PS 29
PS 29 is a public elementary school in College Point, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25. PS 29 serves approximately 707 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 29 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,551 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 29 show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 7.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at PS 29 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 29 — Students at PS 29 score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.8%
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: 4.7/10.
How PS 29 Compares
See how PS 29 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
125-10 23RD AVE, College Point, NY 11356
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 29 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 242 LEONARD P STAVISKY EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Flushing), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 79 FRANCIS LEWIS (rated 8.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Whitestone), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ACTIVE LEARNING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (THE) (rated 7.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Flushing), which scores notably higher. For more schools in College Point, see our College Point schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COLLEGE POINT COLLABORATIVE College Point | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| PROMISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Flushing | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 129 PATRICIA LARKIN College Point | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| PS 242 LEONARD P STAVISKY EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL Flushing | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| PS 214 CADWALLADER COLDEN Flushing | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| THE LOWELL SCHOOL Whitestone | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| QUEENS ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Flushing | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| FLUSHING HIGH SCHOOL Flushing | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| THE WINDSOR SCHOOL Flushing | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| VERITAS ACADEMY Flushing | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| QUEENS HIGH SCHOOL FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES Flushing | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| PS 419 Flushing | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| JHS 185 EDWARD BLEEKER Flushing | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| PS 21 EDWARD HART Flushing | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| PS 143 LOUIS ARMSTRONG Corona | 1.7 mi | 2.8 |
| HELEN M MARSHALL SCHOOL Corona | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| PS 79 FRANCIS LEWIS Whitestone | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
| PS 20 JOHN BOWNE Flushing | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| SHIELD INSTITUTE OF FLUSHING Flushing | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| ACTIVE LEARNING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (THE) Flushing | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11356 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,445
Median Home Value
$893,100
Median Rent
$2,160/mo
Population
26,956
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
49.2%
Avg Commute
44.7 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
39.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BROOKLYN PROSPECT CHARTER SCHOOL-CSD 13 Brooklyn, NY | 5.0 |
| GARDINER MANOR SCHOOL Bay Shore, NY | 5.0 |
| MONTGOMERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Montgomery, NY | 5.0 |
| OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie, NY | 5.0 |
| PS 161 PEDRO ALBIZU CAMPOS New York, NY | 5.0 |
| PS 315 Brooklyn, NY | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 29
What grades does PS 29 serve?
PS 29 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 29?
PS 29 has an enrollment of approximately 707 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 29?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 29 is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 29 rank in NY?
PS 29 ranks #3,551 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 29's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 29 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 29?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 29 has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 29 a charter school?
No, PS 29 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 29 a Title I school?
No, PS 29 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 29?
88.8% of students at PS 29 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
- 707
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.2%
- Phone
- (718) 886-5111
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25- District Enrollment
- 34,702
- Schools in District
- 46
- District Rank
- #44 of 46
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