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PS 35 Nathaniel Woodhull

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29

191-02 90TH AVE, Hollis, NY 11423

Enrollment

584

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,395 of 4,742

In Hollis

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#21 of 46

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29

Academic growth

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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PS 35 Nathaniel Woodhull

6.2/10

Elementary School in Hollis · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About PS 35 Nathaniel Woodhull

PS 35 Nathaniel Woodhull is a public elementary school in Hollis, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29. PS 35 Nathaniel Woodhull serves approximately 584 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 35 Nathaniel Woodhull has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,395 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for PS 35 Nathaniel Woodhull show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

50% of students at PS 35 Nathaniel Woodhull 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.8 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics6.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-10 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-21.1 pts
Overall Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+0.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment3.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.3:1
Chronic Absenteeism50.2%

PS 35 Nathaniel Woodhull — Students at PS 35 Nathaniel Woodhull score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

81.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 45.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 43.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
83%
ELA
60%
2010
Math
55%
ELA
46%
2011
Math
55%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
30%
ELA
29%
2013
Math
36%
ELA
30%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
23%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
28%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
29%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
36%
2018
Math
44%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
44%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
49.8%
ELA
58.3%
2022
Math
43.5%
ELA
39.8%

* 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: 7.1/10.

How PS 35 Nathaniel Woodhull Compares

See how PS 35 Nathaniel Woodhull performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
50th percentile in NY
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
3.7/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
81%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
50.2%

Location

191-02 90TH AVE, Hollis, NY 11423

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 35 Nathaniel Woodhull may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 95 EASTWOOD (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Jamaica), which scores notably higher. Another option is UNITED NATIONS INTL SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Jamaica), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS/IS 268 (rated 5.5/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Jamaica), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Hollis, see our Hollis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
THE WELLSPRING SCHOOLS Hollis 0.0 mi 6.3
CAMBRIA HEIGHTS ACADEMY Hollis 0.2 mi 8.3
PS 118 LORRAINE HANSBERRY Saint Albans 0.7 mi 5.2
IS 238 SUSAN B ANTHONY ACADEMY Hollis 0.6 mi 5.5
SUMMIT SCHOOL Jamaica 0.7 mi 7.5
PS/IS 178 HOLLISWOOD Jamaica 0.9 mi 5.1
BELLAIRE SCHOOL (THE) Queens Village 0.8 mi 4.9
PS 95 EASTWOOD Jamaica 0.8 mi 8.1
PS 134 HOLLIS Hollis 0.9 mi 5.0
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Jamaica 0.8 mi 5.4
PS 360 Saint Albans 1.0 mi 3.8
PS/IS 268 Jamaica 0.9 mi 5.5
THE MARY LOUIS ACADEMY Jamaica 0.9 mi 6.5
PS/IS 116 WILLIAM C HUGHLEY Jamaica 1.1 mi 4.9
IS 192 LINDEN (THE) Saint Albans 1.0 mi 5.4
PATHWAYS COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL: A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL Saint Albans 1.0 mi 5.1
SUMMIT SCHOOL Fresh Meadows 1.3 mi 6.9
UNITED NATIONS INTL SCHOOL Jamaica 1.1 mi 7.3
YESHIVA PRIMARY & JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Oakland Gardens 1.4 mi 6.3
PS 136 ROY WILKINS Saint Albans 1.4 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11423 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,870

Median Home Value

$717,300

Median Rent

$1,706/mo

Population

29,105

College Educated

34.3%

Homeownership

57.4%

Avg Commute

45.7 min

Poverty Rate

10.5%

Median Age

43.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PS 35 Nathaniel Woodhull

What grades does PS 35 Nathaniel Woodhull serve?

PS 35 Nathaniel Woodhull serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend PS 35 Nathaniel Woodhull?

PS 35 Nathaniel Woodhull has an enrollment of approximately 584 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 35 Nathaniel Woodhull?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 35 Nathaniel Woodhull is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 35 Nathaniel Woodhull rank in NY?

PS 35 Nathaniel Woodhull ranks #2,395 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is PS 35 Nathaniel Woodhull's MySchoolScout rating?

PS 35 Nathaniel Woodhull has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 35 Nathaniel Woodhull?

Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 35 Nathaniel Woodhull has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is PS 35 Nathaniel Woodhull a charter school?

No, PS 35 Nathaniel Woodhull is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 35 Nathaniel Woodhull a Title I school?

No, PS 35 Nathaniel Woodhull is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 35 Nathaniel Woodhull?

81.2% of students at PS 35 Nathaniel Woodhull qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
82 Very Walkable
Transit Score
90 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
584
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Free/Reduced Lunch
81.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Queens County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
50.2%

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