Average
#1760 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 37% in state
PS 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24
63-60 80TH ST, Middle Village, NY 11379
Enrollment
1,218
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
1,218
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,760 of 4,742
In Middle Village
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#23 of 56
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24
Academic performance
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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PS 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole
Elementary School in Middle Village · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole
PS 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole is a public elementary school in Middle Village, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24. PS 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole serves approximately 1,218 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,760 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole — Students at PS 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 40 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: 6.2/10.
How PS 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole Compares
See how PS 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
63-60 80TH ST, Middle Village, NY 11379
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CENTRAL QUEENS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Elmhurst), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS/IS 119 GLENDALE (THE) (rated 8.0/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Glendale), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 174 WILLIAM SIDNEY MOUNT (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Rego Park), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Middle Village, see our Middle Village schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11379 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,509
Median Home Value
$886,600
Median Rent
$1,989/mo
Population
37,378
College Educated
35.1%
Homeownership
58.1%
Avg Commute
43.8 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Median Age
46.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole
What grades does PS 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole serve?
PS 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend PS 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole?
PS 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole has an enrollment of approximately 1,218 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole 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 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole rank in NY?
PS 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole ranks #1,760 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole a charter school?
No, PS 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole a Title I school?
No, PS 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole?
50.0% of students at PS 49 Dorothy Bonawit Kole 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,218
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 92
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.7%
- Phone
- (718) 326-2111
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24- District Enrollment
- 50,843
- Schools in District
- 57
- District Rank
- #23 of 56
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