PS 169 BAY TERRACE
PS 169 BAY TERRACE is a public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25 school district, located in BAYSIDE, NY with about 444 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 34 teachers, PS 169 BAY TERRACE 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.
PS 169, located in the Bayside neighborhood of Queens, is a highly regarded public elementary school serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. Known for its strong academic focus and supportive community atmosphere, the school is recognized for maintaining high standards of instruction and fostering a nurturing environment that encourages both intellectual growth and social-emotional development. It serves a diverse student body and is frequently praised by parents and local residents for its dedicated faculty and commitment to preparing students for success in middle school and beyond.
The school is deeply integrated into the Bay Terrace community, benefiting from active parental involvement and a stable, family-oriented neighborhood setting. Beyond its core curriculum, PS 169 often emphasizes a well-rounded education, frequently providing enrichment opportunities that help students build foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, and the arts. As part of the New York City Department of Education, PS 169 consistently seeks to balance rigorous academic requirements with a focus on student well-being, making it a popular choice for families residing in the Bayside area.
For more information, contact PS 169 BAY TERRACE at (718) 428-6160 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
BAYSIDE, NY 11360
(718) 428-6160
PS 169 BAY TERRACE is a public school in BAYSIDE, NY with about 444 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New York
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25
- Total Students:
- 444
- Teachers:
- 34.01
- 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 444 students
- Asian
- 35.4%
- White
- 35.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 21.6%
- Black or African American
- 5.2%
- Two or more races
- 2.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 52.5%
- Male
- 47.5%
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.