PS 171 PETER G VAN ALST

PS 171 PETER G VAN ALST is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30 school district, located in LONG ISLAND CITY, NY with about 498 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. 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 40 teachers, PS 171 PETER G VAN ALST has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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 171 Peter G. Van Alst, located in the Astoria/Long Island City neighborhood of Queens, is a traditional public school serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. As a long-standing fixture in the community, the school emphasizes a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for high school transitions while fostering social and emotional growth. The school is known for its diverse student body and its commitment to providing a supportive environment that accommodates a wide range of learning needs and cultural backgrounds.

Beyond its core academics, PS 171 integrates various extracurricular opportunities and enrichment programs to keep students engaged. The school focuses on building strong partnerships with families and the surrounding community to enhance the educational experience. With a dedicated focus on literacy, mathematics, and character development, PS 171 strives to maintain a structured yet inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to reach their full potential within a collaborative learning environment.

For more information, contact PS 171 PETER G VAN ALST at (718) 932-0909 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.