Serving 349 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 84 Steinway 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 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 84 Steinway ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
P.s. 84 Steinway's student population of 349 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
349 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1904
School Calendar
School Rankings
P.s. 84 Steinway 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. 84 Steinway is 0.62, 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
#1747 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
36%
30%
Black
4%
16%
White
50%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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. 84 Steinway's ranking?
P.s. 84 Steinway is ranked #1747 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 84 Steinway often compared to?
P.s. 84 Steinwayis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 122 Mamie Fay, 30th Avenue School (G & T Citywide) by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 84 Steinway?
349 students attend P.s. 84 Steinway.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of P.s. 84 Steinway students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.s. 84 Steinway?
P.s. 84 Steinway has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 84 Steinway offer ?
P.s. 84 Steinway offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 84 Steinway part of?
P.s. 84 Steinway is part of New York City Geographic District #30 School District.
School Reviews
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