PS Q004
PS Q004 is a public elementary school that is part of the NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75 school district, located in FLUSHING, NY with about 387 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 84 teachers, PS Q004 has a student/teacher ratio of about 4:1. 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 4 (The Louis Armstrong School)**, located at 196-35 Peck Avenue in Flushing, Queens, is a highly regarded public elementary school serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. Known for its strong academic focus and inclusive community atmosphere, the school is deeply rooted in its local neighborhood and places a significant emphasis on fostering both intellectual growth and character development. The school is widely recognized for its dedication to the arts and its efforts to create a supportive environment where diverse student needs are met through personalized instruction and engaging extracurricular activities.
In addition to its core academic curriculum, PS 4 is frequently praised for its active parent-teacher association and the high level of community involvement in school life. The facility offers a structured, nurturing setting that prepares students for middle school transition, emphasizing literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional learning. By maintaining a balance between rigorous educational standards and a vibrant school culture, PS 4 consistently strives to provide a well-rounded experience that helps students build a solid foundation for their future academic careers.
For more information, contact PS Q004 at (718) 264-0916 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
FLUSHING, NY 11365
(718) 264-0916
PS Q004 is a public school in FLUSHING, NY with about 387 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New York
School Details
- Level:
-
Elementary School
(Special Education School)
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75
- Total Students:
- 387
- Teachers:
- 84
- 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 387 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 32.8%
- Black or African American
- 25.8%
- Asian
- 22.5%
- White
- 12.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 2.6%
- Two or more races
- 2.3%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 1.8%
- Female
- 19.1%
- Male
- 80.9%
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.