Serving 264 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 98 Douglaston School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 98 Douglaston School serves an attendance area of approximately 1.1 square miles in Little Neck, NY, with most families typically living within a 5-10 minute drive of the school. The furthest edge of the zone is about 1.4 miles away, and the average distance from the school to the boundary is around 0.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 98 Douglaston 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
P.s. 98 Douglaston School's student population of 264 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
264 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Today we lead our students, tomorrow our students will lead the world.
School Rankings
P.s. 98 Douglaston 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 P.s. 98 Douglaston School 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
#426 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
35%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
31%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 98 Douglaston School's ranking?
P.s. 98 Douglaston School is ranked #426 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 98 Douglaston School often compared to?
P.s. 98 Douglaston Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 94 David D Porter, P.s. 221 North Hills School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 98 Douglaston School?
264 students attend P.s. 98 Douglaston School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of P.s. 98 Douglaston School students are Asian, 31% of students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 98 Douglaston School?
P.s. 98 Douglaston School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 98 Douglaston School offer ?
P.s. 98 Douglaston School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 98 Douglaston School part of?
P.s. 98 Douglaston School is part of New York City Geographic District #26.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 98 Douglaston School located?
P.s. 98 Douglaston School is located in the Douglaston neighborhood of Little Neck, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Douglaston.
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