Very Good
#1564 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 33% in state
PS 85 Judge Charles Vallone
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30
23-70 31ST ST, Long Island City, NY 11105
Enrollment
541
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
541
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,564 of 4,742
In Long Island City
#24 of 38
public schools
In district
#23 of 50
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30
Academic growth
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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PS 85 Judge Charles Vallone
Elementary School in Long Island City · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 85 Judge Charles Vallone
PS 85 Judge Charles Vallone is a public elementary school in Long Island City, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30. PS 85 Judge Charles Vallone serves approximately 541 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 85 Judge Charles Vallone has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,564 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 85 Judge Charles Vallone show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 6.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at PS 85 Judge Charles Vallone 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 85 Judge Charles Vallone — Students at PS 85 Judge Charles Vallone score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.2%
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: 8.0/10.
How PS 85 Judge Charles Vallone Compares
See how PS 85 Judge Charles Vallone performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
23-70 31ST ST, Long Island City, NY 11105
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 85 Judge Charles Vallone may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. 30TH AVENUE SCHOOL (THE) (G & T CITYWIDE) (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Astoria), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 122 MAMIE FAY (rated 7.6/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Astoria), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PS 234 (rated 7.5/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Astoria), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Long Island City, see our Long Island City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHOLIC ACADEMY IN ASTORIA Astoria | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| ST JOHN'S PREPARATORY SCHOOL Astoria | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| PS 122 MAMIE FAY Astoria | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| LES ENFANTS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Astoria | 0.4 mi | — |
| ASTORIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Astoria | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| PS 84 STEINWAY Astoria | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| PS 17 HENRY DAVID THOREAU Long Island City | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| 30TH AVENUE SCHOOL (THE) (G & T CITYWIDE) Astoria | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| YOUNG WOMENS LEADERSHIP SCHOOL - ASTORIA Long Island City | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| ACADEMY FOR NEW AMERICANS Astoria | 0.6 mi | 3.0 |
| PS 234 Astoria | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| IS 141 STEINWAY (THE) Long Island City | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| ST DEMETRIOS SCHOOL Astoria | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| PS 70 Long Island City | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| EL BER ISLAMIC SCHOOL Astoria | 0.8 mi | — |
| IS 10 HORACE GREELEY Long Island City | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI CATHOLIC ACADEMY Astoria | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| PS 171 PETER G VAN ALST Long Island City | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
| WILLIAM CULLEN BRYANT HIGH SCHOOL Long Island City | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| PS 151 MARY D CARTER Woodside | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood 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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| AMISTAD DUAL LANGUAGE SCHOOL New York, NY | 7.1 |
| ARCADE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Arcade, NY | 7.1 |
| BRINCKERHOFF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fishkill, NY | 7.1 |
| CLARENCE CENTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clarence Center, NY | 7.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 85 Judge Charles Vallone
What grades does PS 85 Judge Charles Vallone serve?
PS 85 Judge Charles Vallone serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 85 Judge Charles Vallone?
PS 85 Judge Charles Vallone has an enrollment of approximately 541 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 85 Judge Charles Vallone?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 85 Judge Charles Vallone is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 85 Judge Charles Vallone rank in NY?
PS 85 Judge Charles Vallone ranks #1,564 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 85 Judge Charles Vallone's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 85 Judge Charles Vallone has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 85 Judge Charles Vallone?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 85 Judge Charles Vallone has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 85 Judge Charles Vallone a charter school?
No, PS 85 Judge Charles Vallone is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 85 Judge Charles Vallone a Title I school?
No, PS 85 Judge Charles Vallone is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 85 Judge Charles Vallone?
48.2% of students at PS 85 Judge Charles Vallone 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 541
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.4%
- Phone
- (718) 278-3630
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30- District Enrollment
- 37,414
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #23 of 50
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