PS 29

PS 29 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25 school district, located in COLLEGE POINT, NY with about 737 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 49 teachers, PS 29 has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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. 29, also known as the Part of the Park School, is a public elementary school located in the College Point neighborhood of Queens, New York. Serving students from Pre-K through 5th grade, the school is situated in a residential area and plays a central role in the local community. It is part of the New York City Department of Education’s District 25, which encompasses various neighborhoods in northern Queens.

The school is generally recognized for its focus on providing a foundational education in a supportive, neighborhood-based environment. Like many schools in the district, P.S. 29 emphasizes core academic subjects while fostering social-emotional development. Families in the area typically view the school as a focal point for neighborhood engagement, offering a traditional elementary experience characterized by a diverse student body and a commitment to preparing children for their transition to middle school.

For more information, contact PS 29 at (718) 886-5111 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.