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#2918 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 34 John Harvard
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29
104-12 SPRINGFIELD BLVD, Queens Village, NY 11428
Enrollment
475
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
475
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,918 of 4,742
In Queens Village
#6 of 8
public schools
In district
#24 of 46
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29
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About PS 34 John Harvard
PS 34 John Harvard is a public elementary school in Queens Village, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29. PS 34 John Harvard serves approximately 475 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 34 John Harvard has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,918 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 34 John Harvard show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at PS 34 John Harvard 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 34 John Harvard — Students at PS 34 John Harvard score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.9%
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: 5.6/10.
How PS 34 John Harvard Compares
See how PS 34 John Harvard performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
104-12 SPRINGFIELD BLVD, Queens Village, NY 11428
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 34 John Harvard may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FLORAL PARK-BELLEROSE SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Floral Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 18 WINCHESTER (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS/IS 295 (rated 6.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Queens Village, see our Queens Village schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11428 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,977
Median Home Value
$666,200
Median Rent
$1,827/mo
Population
18,898
College Educated
27.7%
Homeownership
73.3%
Avg Commute
44.3 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
46.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 34 John Harvard
What grades does PS 34 John Harvard serve?
PS 34 John Harvard serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 34 John Harvard?
PS 34 John Harvard has an enrollment of approximately 475 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 34 John Harvard?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 34 John Harvard is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 34 John Harvard rank in NY?
PS 34 John Harvard ranks #2,918 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 34 John Harvard's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 34 John Harvard has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 34 John Harvard?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 34 John Harvard has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 34 John Harvard a charter school?
No, PS 34 John Harvard is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 34 John Harvard a Title I school?
No, PS 34 John Harvard is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 34 John Harvard?
85.9% of students at PS 34 John Harvard 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
- 475
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.7%
- Phone
- (718) 465-6818
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29- District Enrollment
- 23,648
- Schools in District
- 46
- District Rank
- #24 of 46
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