Serving 626 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 35 Nathaniel Woodhull ranks in the bottom 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 57% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 626 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 35 Nathaniel Woodhull serves an attendance zone in Hollis, NY, covering approximately 0.6 square miles. Most residents are within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.5 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge located about 0.7 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 35 Nathaniel Woodhull ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
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School Overview
P.s. 35 Nathaniel Woodhull's student population of 626 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
626 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 35 Nathaniel Woodhull ranks within the bottom 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. 35 Nathaniel Woodhull is 0.73, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2211 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
7%
1%
Asian
36%
10%
Hispanic
26%
31%
Black
27%
15%
White
2%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 35 Nathaniel Woodhull's ranking?
P.s. 35 Nathaniel Woodhull is ranked #2211 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 35 Nathaniel Woodhull often compared to?
P.s. 35 Nathaniel Woodhullis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 134 Hollis, P.s. 118 Lorraine Hansberry by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 35 Nathaniel Woodhull?
626 students attend P.s. 35 Nathaniel Woodhull.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of P.s. 35 Nathaniel Woodhull students are Asian, 27% of students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 35 Nathaniel Woodhull?
P.s. 35 Nathaniel Woodhull has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 35 Nathaniel Woodhull offer ?
P.s. 35 Nathaniel Woodhull offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 35 Nathaniel Woodhull part of?
P.s. 35 Nathaniel Woodhull is part of New York City Geographic District #29.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 35 Nathaniel Woodhull located?
P.s. 35 Nathaniel Woodhull is located in the Jamaica neighborhood of Hollis, NY.
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