Serving 809 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 70 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 809 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 70 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
P.s. 70's student population of 809 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
809 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 70 ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 70 is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1790 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
11%
10%
Hispanic
43%
30%
Black
3%
15%
White
39%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 70's ranking?
P.s. 70 is ranked #1790 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 70 often compared to?
P.s. 70is often viewed alongside schools like 30th Avenue School (G & T Citywide) by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 70?
809 students attend P.s. 70.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of P.s. 70 students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 70?
P.s. 70 has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 70 offer ?
P.s. 70 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 70 part of?
P.s. 70 is part of New York City Geographic District #30.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 70 located?
P.s. 70 is located in the Long Island City neighborhood of Astoria, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Long Island City.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My daughter makes improvements in every skills.
5 10/10/2025
It''s a good school and made different improvements for my son.
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