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PS 89 Jose Peralta School of Dreamers (the)
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24
85-28 BRITTON AVE, Elmhurst, NY 11373
Enrollment
1,125
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
1,125
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,381 of 4,742
In Elmhurst
#13 of 16
public schools
In district
#42 of 56
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24
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About PS 89 Jose Peralta School of Dreamers (the)
PS 89 Jose Peralta School of Dreamers (the) is a public elementary school in Elmhurst, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24. PS 89 Jose Peralta School of Dreamers (the) serves approximately 1,125 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 89 Jose Peralta School of Dreamers (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,381 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 89 Jose Peralta School of Dreamers (the) show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at PS 89 Jose Peralta School of Dreamers (the) 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 89 Jose Peralta School of Dreamers (the) — Students at PS 89 Jose Peralta School of Dreamers (the) score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.8%
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: 4.4/10.
How PS 89 Jose Peralta School of Dreamers (the) Compares
See how PS 89 Jose Peralta School of Dreamers (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
85-28 BRITTON AVE, Elmhurst, NY 11373
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 89 Jose Peralta School of Dreamers (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CENTRAL QUEENS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 280 HOME OF THE LIONHEARTS (rated 8.2/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Jackson Heights), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 212 (rated 7.4/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Jackson Heights), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Elmhurst, see our Elmhurst schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 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 89 Jose Peralta School of Dreamers (the)
What grades does PS 89 Jose Peralta School of Dreamers (the) serve?
PS 89 Jose Peralta School of Dreamers (the) serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend PS 89 Jose Peralta School of Dreamers (the)?
PS 89 Jose Peralta School of Dreamers (the) has an enrollment of approximately 1,125 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 89 Jose Peralta School of Dreamers (the)?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 89 Jose Peralta School of Dreamers (the) is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 89 Jose Peralta School of Dreamers (the) rank in NY?
PS 89 Jose Peralta School of Dreamers (the) ranks #3,381 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 89 Jose Peralta School of Dreamers (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?
PS 89 Jose Peralta School of Dreamers (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 89 Jose Peralta School of Dreamers (the)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 89 Jose Peralta School of Dreamers (the) has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 89 Jose Peralta School of Dreamers (the) a charter school?
No, PS 89 Jose Peralta School of Dreamers (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 89 Jose Peralta School of Dreamers (the) a Title I school?
No, PS 89 Jose Peralta School of Dreamers (the) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 89 Jose Peralta School of Dreamers (the)?
90.8% of students at PS 89 Jose Peralta School of Dreamers (the) 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 1,125
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 106
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.7%
- Phone
- (718) 898-2230
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24- District Enrollment
- 50,843
- Schools in District
- 57
- District Rank
- #42 of 56
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