Serving 488 students in grades Kindergarten-8, 30th Avenue School (G & T Citywide) ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 92% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 98% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 488 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 92% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 98% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
30th Avenue School (G & T Citywide) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
30th Avenue School (G & T Citywide)'s student population of 488 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
488 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
30th Avenue School (G & T Citywide) ranks within the top 5% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of 30th Avenue School (G & T Citywide) 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
#107 out of 4093 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
98%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
51%
10%
Hispanic
9%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
27%
41%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 30th Avenue School (G & T Citywide)'s ranking?
30th Avenue School (G & T Citywide) is ranked #107 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
92% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 98% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend 30th Avenue School (G & T Citywide)?
488 students attend 30th Avenue School (G & T Citywide).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of 30th Avenue School (G & T Citywide) students are Asian, 27% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of 30th Avenue School (G & T Citywide)?
30th Avenue School (G & T Citywide) has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does 30th Avenue School (G & T Citywide) offer ?
30th Avenue School (G & T Citywide) offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is 30th Avenue School (G & T Citywide) part of?
30th Avenue School (G & T Citywide) is part of New York City Geographic District #30 School District.
In what neighborhood is 30th Avenue School (G & T Citywide) located?
30th Avenue School (G & T Citywide) is located in the Long Island City neighborhood of Astoria, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Long Island City.
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