PS 69 JACKSON HEIGHTS
PS 69 JACKSON HEIGHTS is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30 school district, located in JACKSON HEIGHTS, NY with about 1,039 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 58 teachers, PS 69 JACKSON HEIGHTS has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.
PS 69, known as the Jackson Heights School, is a public elementary school serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. Located in the heart of Jackson Heights, Queens, the school reflects the vibrant, multicultural identity of its surrounding community. It is known for fostering an inclusive environment that supports a diverse student body, often providing robust resources for English Language Learners and students with varying academic needs.
Academically, the school emphasizes a well-rounded curriculum that integrates core subjects like literacy and mathematics with arts and physical education. PS 69 is deeply committed to parental involvement and community engagement, frequently hosting events that bridge the gap between home and school life. By prioritizing both social-emotional learning and academic achievement, the school aims to provide a supportive foundation that prepares its young students for success in middle school and beyond.
For more information, contact PS 69 JACKSON HEIGHTS at (718) 424-7700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
JACKSON HEIGHTS, NY 11372
(718) 424-7700
PS 69 JACKSON HEIGHTS is a public Title I school in JACKSON HEIGHTS, NY with about 1,039 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New York
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30
- Total Students:
- 1,039
- Teachers:
- 58.02
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide 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 1,039 students
- Asian
- 49.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 39.8%
- White
- 7.3%
- Two or more races
- 1.7%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 1.0%
- Black or African American
- 0.4%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 52.1%
- Male
- 47.9%
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.