Serving 770 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 70 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 53% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher 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 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 770 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 70 serves a 0.5 square mile attendance zone in Astoria, NY, where most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 70's student population of 770 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
770 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
P.s. 70 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. 70 is 0.65, 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
#1790 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
43%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
40%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-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 P.s. 70's ranking?
P.s. 70 is ranked #1790 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 70 often compared to?
P.s. 70is often viewed alongside schools like 30th Avenue School (G & T Citywide), P.s. 122 Mamie Fay by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 70?
770 students attend P.s. 70.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of P.s. 70 students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 70?
P.s. 70 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 70 offer ?
P.s. 70 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 70 part of?
P.s. 70 is part of New York City Geographic District #30.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 70 located?
P.s. 70 is located in the Long Island City neighborhood of Astoria, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Long Island City.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
It''s a good school and made different improvements for my son.
5 10/10/2025
My daughter makes improvements in every skills.
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