Below Average
#4046 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 97 Forest Park
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
85-52 85TH ST, Woodhaven, NY 11421
Enrollment
570
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
570
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,046 of 4,742
In Woodhaven
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#49 of 63
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
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PS 97 Forest Park
Elementary School in Woodhaven · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 97 Forest Park
PS 97 Forest Park is a public elementary school in Woodhaven, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27. PS 97 Forest Park serves approximately 570 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 97 Forest Park has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,046 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 97 Forest Park show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at PS 97 Forest Park 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 97 Forest Park — Students at PS 97 Forest Park score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.5%
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: 3.9/10.
How PS 97 Forest Park Compares
See how PS 97 Forest Park performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
85-52 85TH ST, Woodhaven, NY 11421
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 97 Forest Park may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CYPRESS HILLS ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Brooklyn), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 66 JACQUELINE KENNEDY-ONASSIS (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Richmond Hill), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS/IS 113 ANTHONY J PRANZO (rated 6.8/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Glendale), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Woodhaven, see our Woodhaven schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11421 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,439
Median Home Value
$682,800
Median Rent
$1,901/mo
Population
41,937
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
52.6%
Avg Commute
48.2 min
Poverty Rate
9.9%
Median Age
39
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| BELMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Babylon, NY | 4.3 |
| CANDOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Candor, NY | 4.3 |
| CLIFFORD WISE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Medina, NY | 4.3 |
| DISCOVERY SCHOOL Buffalo, NY | 4.3 |
| EDWARD SMITH K-8 SCHOOL Syracuse, NY | 4.3 |
| FAIRLEY SCHOOL Hannibal, NY | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 97 Forest Park
What grades does PS 97 Forest Park serve?
PS 97 Forest Park serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 97 Forest Park?
PS 97 Forest Park has an enrollment of approximately 570 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 97 Forest Park?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 97 Forest Park is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 97 Forest Park rank in NY?
PS 97 Forest Park ranks #4,046 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 97 Forest Park's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 97 Forest Park has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 97 Forest Park?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 97 Forest Park has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 97 Forest Park a charter school?
No, PS 97 Forest Park is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 97 Forest Park a Title I school?
No, PS 97 Forest Park is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 97 Forest Park?
86.5% of students at PS 97 Forest Park 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
- 570
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.5%
- Phone
- (718) 849-4870
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27- District Enrollment
- 41,663
- Schools in District
- 63
- District Rank
- #49 of 63
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