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#30 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 1% in state

PS 94 David D Porter

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26

41-77 LITTLE NECK PKWY, Little Neck, NY 11363

Enrollment

337

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

9.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#30 of 4,742

In Little Neck

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 34

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26

Academic performance

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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PS 94 David D Porter

9.2/10

Elementary School in Little Neck · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About PS 94 David D Porter

PS 94 David D Porter is a public elementary school in Little Neck, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26. PS 94 David D Porter serves approximately 337 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 94 David D Porter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #30 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for PS 94 David D Porter show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.0 pts above district
  • This school 9.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.2
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.62 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency87.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency91.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+34.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+30.3 pts
Overall Proficiency90% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+37.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Chronic Absenteeism9.2%

PS 94 David D Porter — Students at PS 94 David D Porter score 90% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

48.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 82.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 75.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
99.5%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
93%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
58%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
51%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2018
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2019
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2020*
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2021*
Math
83.5%
ELA
82%
2022
Math
87.9%
ELA
91.2%

* 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: 9.3/10.

How PS 94 David D Porter Compares

See how PS 94 David D Porter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.2/10
99th percentile in NY
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
9.3/10
Excellent
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
48%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.2%

Location

41-77 LITTLE NECK PKWY, Little Neck, NY 11363

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 94 David D Porter may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAKEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Great Neck), with a very similar rating. Another option is SADDLE ROCK SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Great Neck), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PS 203 OAKLAND GARDENS (rated 8.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Bayside), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Little Neck, see our Little Neck schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
DIVINE WISDOM CATHOLIC ACADEMY Douglaston 0.4 mi 6.7
DIVINE WISDOM CATHOLIC ACADEMY Bayside 0.4 mi 6.3
JHS 67 LOUIS PASTEUR Little Neck 0.7 mi 8.0
PS 98 DOUGLASTON SCHOOL (THE) Douglaston 0.6 mi 7.9
LONG ISLAND HEBREW ACADEMY Great Neck 0.8 mi 7.2
LAKEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Great Neck 0.7 mi 9.2
PS 221 NORTH HILLS SCHOOL (THE) Little Neck 1.0 mi 6.6
PS Q811 Little Neck 1.2 mi 3.9
SADDLE ROCK SCHOOL Great Neck 1.5 mi 8.6
YESHIVA HAR TORAH Bellerose 1.5 mi 4.5
PS 213 CARL ULLMAN SCHOOL (THE) Bayside 1.7 mi 6.1
BENJAMIN N CARDOZO HIGH SCHOOL Bayside 1.6 mi 7.7
PS/IS 266 Bellerose 1.9 mi 5.7
PS 186 CASTLEWOOD Bellerose 1.7 mi 6.5
PS 224 Bellerose 1.7 mi 5.1
PS 203 OAKLAND GARDENS Bayside 1.7 mi 8.3
QUEENS HIGH SCHOOL OF TEACHING LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES Bellerose 1.9 mi 8.4
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Bayside 1.5 mi 7.0
NEW YORK CITY CHILDREN'S CENTER Bellerose 1.9 mi
PS 23 AT QUEENS CHILDREN CENTER Bellerose 1.9 mi 3.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11363 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$110,833

Median Home Value

$1,019,400

Median Rent

$2,235/mo

Population

7,515

College Educated

54.9%

Homeownership

71.8%

Avg Commute

40.7 min

Poverty Rate

8.9%

Median Age

49.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
JEFFREY RATNER-ROBERT SEAMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jericho, NY 9.2
EDGEWOOD SCHOOL Scarsdale, NY 9.1
JUDY JACOBS PARKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plainview, NY 9.1
OLD BETHPAGE SCHOOL Old Bethpage, NY 9.1
SPRUCE STREET SCHOOL New York, NY 9.1
GREENACRES SCHOOL Scarsdale, NY 9.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PS 94 David D Porter

What grades does PS 94 David D Porter serve?

PS 94 David D Porter serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend PS 94 David D Porter?

PS 94 David D Porter has an enrollment of approximately 337 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 94 David D Porter?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 94 David D Porter is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 94 David D Porter rank in NY?

PS 94 David D Porter ranks #30 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is PS 94 David D Porter's MySchoolScout rating?

PS 94 David D Porter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 94 David D Porter?

Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 94 David D Porter has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is PS 94 David D Porter a charter school?

No, PS 94 David D Porter is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 94 David D Porter a Title I school?

No, PS 94 David D Porter is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 94 David D Porter?

48.1% of students at PS 94 David D Porter 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
91 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
55 Good Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
48.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Queens County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.2%

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