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#2020 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 43% in state
PS 7 Louis F Simeone
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24
80-55 CORNISH AVE, Elmhurst, NY 11373
Enrollment
1,198
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
1,198
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,020 of 4,742
In Elmhurst
#9 of 16
public schools
In district
#31 of 56
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24
Equity
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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PS 7 Louis F Simeone
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About PS 7 Louis F Simeone
PS 7 Louis F Simeone is a public elementary school in Elmhurst, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24. PS 7 Louis F Simeone serves approximately 1,198 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 7 Louis F Simeone has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,020 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 7 Louis F Simeone show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at PS 7 Louis F Simeone 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 7 Louis F Simeone — Students at PS 7 Louis F Simeone score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.5%
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: 6.8/10.
How PS 7 Louis F Simeone Compares
See how PS 7 Louis F Simeone performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
80-55 CORNISH AVE, Elmhurst, NY 11373
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 7 Louis F Simeone may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CENTRAL QUEENS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 102 BAYVIEW (rated 7.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PS 12 JAMES B COLGATE (rated 6.8/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Woodside), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Elmhurst, see our Elmhurst schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11373 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,470
Median Home Value
$683,200
Median Rent
$1,913/mo
Population
99,433
College Educated
29.6%
Homeownership
27.7%
Avg Commute
42.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
38.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 7 Louis F Simeone
What grades does PS 7 Louis F Simeone serve?
PS 7 Louis F Simeone serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 7 Louis F Simeone?
PS 7 Louis F Simeone has an enrollment of approximately 1,198 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 7 Louis F Simeone?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 7 Louis F Simeone is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 7 Louis F Simeone rank in NY?
PS 7 Louis F Simeone ranks #2,020 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 7 Louis F Simeone's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 7 Louis F Simeone has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 7 Louis F Simeone?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 7 Louis F Simeone has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 7 Louis F Simeone a charter school?
No, PS 7 Louis F Simeone is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 7 Louis F Simeone a Title I school?
No, PS 7 Louis F Simeone is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 7 Louis F Simeone?
85.5% of students at PS 7 Louis F Simeone 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
- 1,198
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 78
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.6%
- Phone
- (718) 446-2726
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24- District Enrollment
- 50,843
- Schools in District
- 57
- District Rank
- #31 of 56
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