PS 98 DOUGLASTON SCHOOL (THE)
PS 98 DOUGLASTON SCHOOL (THE) is a public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26 school district, located in DOUGLASTON, NY with about 289 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 22 teachers, PS 98 DOUGLASTON SCHOOL (THE) has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
P.S. 98, also known as The Douglaston School, is a highly regarded public elementary school located in the quiet, suburban-style neighborhood of Douglaston, Queens. Serving students from Pre-K through 5th grade, the school is well-known for its strong sense of community, dedicated teaching staff, and consistent focus on academic excellence. Because it is situated in a stable, residential area, the school often benefits from high levels of parent involvement and an active PTA that supports enrichment programs and school events.
Academically, P.S. 98 is noted for maintaining a rigorous curriculum while fostering a nurturing environment that emphasizes both social-emotional growth and core subjects like literacy and mathematics. The school takes pride in its inclusive atmosphere, aiming to cater to the diverse needs of its student body. With a long-standing reputation as a cornerstone of the Douglaston community, it remains a popular choice for local families looking for a traditional, supportive, and high-performing neighborhood school within the New York City Department of Education system.
For more information, contact PS 98 DOUGLASTON SCHOOL (THE) at (718) 423-8535 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
DOUGLASTON, NY 11363-1592
(718) 423-8535
PS 98 DOUGLASTON SCHOOL (THE) is a public school in DOUGLASTON, NY with about 289 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New York
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26
- Total Students:
- 289
- Teachers:
- 22.01
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 289 students
- White
- 47.8%
- Asian
- 25.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 15.9%
- Two or more races
- 4.8%
- Black or African American
- 4.5%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.7%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.7%
- Female
- 47.8%
- Male
- 52.2%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.