Serving 458 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Active Learning Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 80-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Active Learning Elementary School serves a large area in Flushing, NY, covering approximately 468.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 28.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Active Learning Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Active Learning Elementary School's student population of 458 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
458 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Active Learning Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Active Learning Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#302 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
91%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Active Learning Elementary School's ranking?
Active Learning Elementary School is ranked #302 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Active Learning Elementary School?
458 students attend Active Learning Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Active Learning Elementary School students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Active Learning Elementary School?
Active Learning Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Active Learning Elementary School offer ?
Active Learning Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Active Learning Elementary School part of?
Active Learning Elementary School is part of New York City Geographic District #25.
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