Average
#2125 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 45% in state
PS 69 Jackson Heights
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30
77-02 37TH AVE, Jackson Heights, NY 11372
Enrollment
813
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
813
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,125 of 4,742
In Jackson Heights
#5 of 8
public schools
In district
#30 of 50
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30
Equity
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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PS 69 Jackson Heights
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About PS 69 Jackson Heights
PS 69 Jackson Heights is a public elementary school in Jackson Heights, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30. PS 69 Jackson Heights serves approximately 813 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 69 Jackson Heights has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,125 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 69 Jackson Heights show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 69 Jackson Heights — Students at PS 69 Jackson Heights score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.2%
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: 6.7/10.
How PS 69 Jackson Heights Compares
See how PS 69 Jackson Heights performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
77-02 37TH AVE, Jackson Heights, NY 11372
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 69 Jackson Heights may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 212 (rated 7.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 152 GWENDOLINE N ALLEYNE SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Woodside), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PS 12 JAMES B COLGATE (rated 6.8/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Woodside), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Jackson Heights, see our Jackson Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 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 69 Jackson Heights
What grades does PS 69 Jackson Heights serve?
PS 69 Jackson Heights serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 69 Jackson Heights?
PS 69 Jackson Heights has an enrollment of approximately 813 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 69 Jackson Heights?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 69 Jackson Heights is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 69 Jackson Heights rank in NY?
PS 69 Jackson Heights ranks #2,125 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 69 Jackson Heights's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 69 Jackson Heights has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 69 Jackson Heights?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 69 Jackson Heights has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 69 Jackson Heights a charter school?
No, PS 69 Jackson Heights is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 69 Jackson Heights a Title I school?
No, PS 69 Jackson Heights is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 69 Jackson Heights?
71.2% of students at PS 69 Jackson Heights 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
- 813
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.6%
- Phone
- (718) 424-7700
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30- District Enrollment
- 37,414
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #30 of 50
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