PS 212
PS 212 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 780 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 54 teachers, PS 212 has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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 212, located in the heart of Jackson Heights, Queens, is a vibrant public elementary school serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through 5th grade. As part of New York City Public Schools District 30, the school is situated in one of the most culturally diverse neighborhoods in the world. This setting allows the school to foster an inclusive environment that embraces a wide range of linguistic and cultural backgrounds, often making it a hub for families seeking a supportive and globally-minded educational experience.
Academically, PS 212 is committed to providing a well-rounded education that focuses on both core subject proficiency and social-emotional development. The school typically emphasizes a collaborative atmosphere, encouraging active parent involvement and community partnerships to enhance the student experience. By leveraging its diverse student body, the school aims to cultivate an environment where students develop empathy, critical thinking skills, and a strong foundation for their future academic careers within the NYC public school system.
For more information, contact PS 212 at (718) 898-6973 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) 898-6973
PS 212 is a public Title I school in JACKSON HEIGHTS, NY with about 780 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:
- 780
- Teachers:
- 54.03
- 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 780 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 60.9%
- Asian
- 26.2%
- White
- 10.5%
- Two or more races
- 1.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.8%
- Black or African American
- 0.4%
- Female
- 47.7%
- Male
- 52.3%
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.