Serving 818 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ps 69 Jackson Heights 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 64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 818 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ps 69 Jackson Heights's student population of 818 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
818 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ps 69 Jackson Heights ranks within the top 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ps 69 Jackson Heights is 0.60, 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
#1618 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
50%
10%
Hispanic
39%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
7%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ps 69 Jackson Heights's ranking?
Ps 69 Jackson Heights is ranked #1618 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ps 69 Jackson Heights often compared to?
Ps 69 Jackson Heightsis often viewed alongside schools like Ps 212 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 69 Jackson Heights?
818 students attend Ps 69 Jackson Heights.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Ps 69 Jackson Heights students are Asian, 39% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 69 Jackson Heights?
Ps 69 Jackson Heights has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 69 Jackson Heights offer ?
Ps 69 Jackson Heights offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 69 Jackson Heights part of?
Ps 69 Jackson Heights is part of New York City Geographic District #30 School District.
School Reviews
5 12/11/2012
Our son is now in the fifth grade having been a student at PS69Q since kindergarten. In general we have been very pleased with his growth and experiences at this school. We are especially appreciative of the musical extracurricular opportunities offered here. Our son is now in his second year of cello and is singing in the chorus and will also be learning the bass in the spring. These activities have really given him a chance to grow and express himself in ways that he otherwise would not have the chance. They have been very instrumental in allowing him be more confident and secure. We also appreciate the breadth of diversity in the student body. The faculty has been very responsive to helping him strengthen areas where he may have been weak and well as helping him build on his strengths.
2 9/8/2009
School staff ignores the IEPs of special needs students.
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