Very Good
#1469 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 31% in state
PS 84 Steinway
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30
22-45 41ST ST, Astoria, NY 11105
Enrollment
349
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
349
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,469 of 4,742
In Astoria
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#21 of 50
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About PS 84 Steinway
PS 84 Steinway is a public elementary school in Astoria, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30. PS 84 Steinway serves approximately 349 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 84 Steinway has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,469 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 84 Steinway show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 6.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at PS 84 Steinway 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 84 Steinway — Students at PS 84 Steinway score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.7%
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: 9.2/10.
How PS 84 Steinway Compares
See how PS 84 Steinway performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
22-45 41ST ST, Astoria, NY 11105
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 84 Steinway may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. 30TH AVENUE SCHOOL (THE) (G & T CITYWIDE) (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 2 ALFRED ZIMBERG (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby East Elmhurst), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PS 122 MAMIE FAY (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Astoria, see our Astoria schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11105 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,306
Median Home Value
$1,089,000
Median Rent
$2,211/mo
Population
38,507
College Educated
54.6%
Homeownership
24%
Avg Commute
39.7 min
Poverty Rate
9.2%
Median Age
36.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 84 Steinway
What grades does PS 84 Steinway serve?
PS 84 Steinway serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 84 Steinway?
PS 84 Steinway has an enrollment of approximately 349 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 84 Steinway?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 84 Steinway is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 84 Steinway rank in NY?
PS 84 Steinway ranks #1,469 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 84 Steinway's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 84 Steinway has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 84 Steinway?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 84 Steinway has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 84 Steinway a charter school?
No, PS 84 Steinway is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 84 Steinway a Title I school?
No, PS 84 Steinway is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 84 Steinway?
50.7% of students at PS 84 Steinway 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
- 349
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.5%
- Phone
- (718) 278-1915
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30- District Enrollment
- 37,414
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #21 of 50
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