Very Good
#773 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 16% in state
PS 98 Douglaston School (the)
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26
40-20 235TH ST, Douglaston, NY 11363
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#773 of 4,742
In district
#13 of 34
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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PS 98 Douglaston School (the)
Elementary School in Douglaston · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 98 Douglaston School (the)
PS 98 Douglaston School (the) is a public elementary school in Douglaston, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26. PS 98 Douglaston School (the) serves approximately 258 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 98 Douglaston School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #773 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 98 Douglaston School (the) show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 7.2
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 98 Douglaston School (the) — Students at PS 98 Douglaston School (the) score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
29.5%
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: 7.3/10.
How PS 98 Douglaston School (the) Compares
See how PS 98 Douglaston School (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
40-20 235TH ST, Douglaston, NY 11363
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 98 Douglaston School (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 94 DAVID D PORTER (rated 9.2/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Little Neck), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAKEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Great Neck), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SADDLE ROCK SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Great Neck), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Douglaston, see our Douglaston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DIVINE WISDOM CATHOLIC ACADEMY Douglaston | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| DIVINE WISDOM CATHOLIC ACADEMY Bayside | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| PS 94 DAVID D PORTER Little Neck | 0.6 mi | 9.2 |
| JHS 67 LOUIS PASTEUR Little Neck | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Bayside | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| BENJAMIN N CARDOZO HIGH SCHOOL Bayside | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| PS 203 OAKLAND GARDENS Bayside | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| LONG ISLAND HEBREW ACADEMY Great Neck | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| PS 221 NORTH HILLS SCHOOL (THE) Little Neck | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 41 CROCHERON Bayside | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| PS 213 CARL ULLMAN SCHOOL (THE) Bayside | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 31 BAYSIDE Bayside | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| LUTHERAN SCHOOL OF FLUSHING & BAYSIDE Bayside | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| LAKEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Great Neck | 1.3 mi | 9.2 |
| SADDLE ROCK SCHOOL Great Neck | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| CIVIC SCHOOL OF BAYSIDE HILLS (THE) Bayside | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| PS Q811 Little Neck | 1.4 mi | 3.9 |
| PS 376 Flushing | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| PS 46 ALLEY POND Bayside | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| MS 158 MARIE CURIE Bayside | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
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 |
|---|---|
| BELL TOP SCHOOL Troy, NY | 7.9 |
| BROOKLYN BROWNSTONE SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.9 |
| CENTRE AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Rockaway, NY | 7.9 |
| COLONIAL SCHOOL Pelham, NY | 7.9 |
| FORT ANN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Ann, NY | 7.9 |
| HEBREW LANGUAGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL 2 Brooklyn, NY | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 98 Douglaston School (the)
What grades does PS 98 Douglaston School (the) serve?
PS 98 Douglaston School (the) serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 98 Douglaston School (the)?
PS 98 Douglaston School (the) has an enrollment of approximately 258 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 98 Douglaston School (the)?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 98 Douglaston School (the) is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 98 Douglaston School (the) rank in NY?
PS 98 Douglaston School (the) ranks #773 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 98 Douglaston School (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?
PS 98 Douglaston School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 98 Douglaston School (the)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 98 Douglaston School (the) has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 98 Douglaston School (the) a charter school?
No, PS 98 Douglaston School (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 98 Douglaston School (the) a Title I school?
No, PS 98 Douglaston School (the) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 98 Douglaston School (the)?
29.5% of students at PS 98 Douglaston School (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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 258
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 29.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.2%
- Phone
- (718) 423-8535
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26- District Enrollment
- 29,442
- Schools in District
- 34
- District Rank
- #13 of 34
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